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Bitcoin ‘Shrimp’ Catch Soars To All-Time High Of 1.31 Million Coins – Details

Christian Encila by Christian Encila
2 weeks ago
in Bitcoin

Bitcoin (BTC) shrimp investors, affectionately dubbed the “underdogs” of the cryptocurrency world, are making waves in the market as they steadily accumulate the digital asset at an unprecedented rate. 

These smaller investors, often overlooked in favor of institutional giants, have recently reached a significant milestone, with the total supply of Bitcoin held by them surging to an all-time high of 1.31 million coins. 

This surge not only highlights the growing influence of retail investors in the volatile world of cryptocurrencies but also underscores their determination to ride the Bitcoin wave alongside their more affluent counterparts.

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The Rise Of Bitcoin Shrimp Investors

According to data analytics firm Glassnode, these shrimp investors have surged to an all-time high (ATH) of 1.31 million coins. The continuous rise in their holdings highlights their growing influence and raises intriguing questions about the evolving dynamics within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

The #Bitcoin supply held by Shrimp Entities (<1 BTC) continues to relentlessly rise, expanding to an ATH of 1.31M coins.

The cohort is currently experiencing a significant expansion of +26K coins per month, with only 202 (3.9%) trading days recording a larger monthly growth. pic.twitter.com/Fa2QCHxZPO

— glassnode (@glassnode) May 18, 2023

The data further reveals that shrimp investors are adding an average of approximately 26,000 Bitcoins to their cumulative holdings each month. This significant expansion is worth noting, considering that only 3.9% of trading days, equivalent to 202 days, have witnessed a larger monthly growth rate. 

These statistics underline the sustained interest in Bitcoin among retail investors, who remain undeterred by its well-known price volatility.

The Shrimp Investor Effect On BTC Price Dynamics

Bitcoin’s price, as reported by CoinGecko, currently stands at $26,914, reflecting a slight 1.1% decline over the past 24 hours, while the cryptocurrency was up 1.4% over the last seven days.

Source: Coingecko

The surge in shrimp investors, indicated by their increasing accumulation of Bitcoin, can have multiple impacts on the current price of BTC.

The sustained interest and continuous buying pressure from shrimp investors can contribute to upward price momentum. As more retail investors enter the market and acquire Bitcoin, the increased demand can drive the price higher. 

This influx of buyers, particularly if they are accumulating the cryptocurrency at an unprecedented rate, as mentioned earlier, can create a bullish sentiment that attracts further investors and potentially leads to price appreciation.

BTCUSD backpedals to the $26K level. Chart: TradingView.com
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Conversely, the impact of shrimp investors on the price of BTC can be influenced by market dynamics and investor sentiment. While their accumulation may indicate growing interest, the overall sentiment in the market, including the actions of larger institutional investors or regulatory developments, can also influence the price. 

If negative news or a general bearish sentiment prevails, it can offset the impact of shrimp investors and result in a more stagnant or declining price.

-Featured image from DELAYNA EARLEY / THE ISLAND PACKET VIA AP







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Christian Encila

Christian Encila

Christian is a former journalist and editor, as well as a layout design consultant, who previously held leadership positions at Sun.Star News Philippines and Ang Peryodiko News, a local daily in Manitoba, Canada. Alongside his passion for writing, he is an avid fan of cryptocurrency and works tirelessly throughout the week. When he's not on his computer, you can find him tinkering with his old motorbike as a grease monkey, or lounging on the patio hammock while pondering about artificial intelligence and whether he'll ever understand his cat's thoughts and calmness.

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