{"id":27223,"date":"2025-05-16T18:01:32","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T18:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=27223"},"modified":"2025-05-16T18:01:32","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T18:01:32","slug":"bitcoin-long-term-holders-add-339k-btc-since-april-4-steady-accumulation-signals-conviction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=27223","title":{"rendered":"Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Add 339K BTC Since April 4 \u2013 Steady Accumulation Signals Conviction"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p>Bitcoin is trading above the key psychological level of $100,000, but the bullish momentum that drove prices higher in recent weeks has cooled as BTC fails to reclaim resistance near $105,000. After a sharp rally that saw Bitcoin surge more than 40% from its April 9th low, price action is now consolidating and testing demand. While bulls remain in control above the $100K mark, growing signs of uncertainty have led some analysts to warn of a potential breakdown if $100K fails to hold.<\/p>\n<p>Despite these short-term concerns, long-term fundamentals remain strong. Data from CryptoQuant reveals that since April 4, Long-Term Holders (LTH) have added 339,000 BTC to their holdings. The consistent accumulation by long-term investors adds weight to the bullish thesis, showing continued conviction in Bitcoin\u2019s long-term value, even as short-term traders express hesitation.<\/p>\n<p>The coming days will be critical, as Bitcoin must either confirm $100K as solid support or risk a deeper pullback. All eyes are on whether demand will hold, and whether LTH <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/bitcoin-capital-rotation-signals-healthy-inflows-strong-market-structure-forms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">accumulation<\/a> can offset rising market fear.<\/p>\n<h2>Long-Term Holders Add Fuel To Bitcoin Bullish Outlook<\/h2>\n<p>Bitcoin is currently in a pivotal phase that could define the trajectory of the market for the coming months. After rallying over 40% from its April 9th low, BTC has spent the last few days consolidating below the $105K resistance. This consolidation has sparked a mix of expectations\u2014some traders anticipate a breakout into a new all-time high, while others believe the market could be setting up for an extended range.<\/p>\n<p>Despite short-term volatility, the broader trend remains clearly bullish. Bitcoin has maintained a steady uptrend for over five weeks, climbing through multiple resistance levels and attracting renewed investor attention.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most significant signals of confidence comes from the behavior of long-term holders. According to data shared by <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/AxelAdlerJr\/status\/1923247873027658199\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">top analyst Axel Adler<\/a>, since April 4, long-term holders (LTH) have added a total of 339,000 BTC to their wallets. This brings the total LTH supply to 14,370,338 BTC\u2014a record figure that underscores deep conviction in Bitcoin\u2019s future value.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-477659 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=640&amp;resize=640%2C360\" alt=\"Bitcoin Long-Term Holder 30 day Net Position Change | Source: Axel Adler on X\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=1200 1200w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=980 980w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=750 750w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/btc_6976f8.jpeg?w=1140 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/p>\n<p>This wave of accumulation is a powerful bullish signal. Historically, periods of heavy LTH buying have preceded major rallies. If BTC can hold current demand zones and reclaim resistance, the market could enter a new phase of expansion. However, if resistance holds and momentum weakens, the market could remain trapped in a broader consolidation. For now, the pressure is on bulls to confirm strength, and LTH accumulation shows they\u2019re not backing down.<\/p>\n<h2>BTC Holds Above Support, But Breakout Remains Elusive<\/h2>\n<p>The 4-hour chart shows Bitcoin continuing to consolidate just above the $103,600 support level after failing to break cleanly above the $105,000 zone. Price action remains tightly ranged between $103,600 and $104,800, with multiple failed attempts at pushing higher, suggesting the presence of heavy sell-side liquidity in that region.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-477676 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?resize=980%2C569\" alt=\"BTC trading within a tight range | Source: BTCUSDT chart on TradingView\" width=\"980\" height=\"569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=2368 2368w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=980 980w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=1536 1536w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=2048 2048w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=750 750w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/BTCUSD_2025-05-16_05-55-37.png?w=1140 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\"><\/p>\n<p>Despite this, Bitcoin\u2019s structure remains bullish. The 200-period EMA and SMA on this timeframe are both trending upward and significantly below the current price, providing a strong foundation for continued support. Volume has slightly decreased during consolidation, which is typical in a pause phase before a potential breakout or breakdown.<\/p>\n<p>If BTC holds above the $103,600 support, bulls may soon attempt another breakout, especially if volume picks up and macro conditions remain favorable. A confirmed move above $105,000 would likely trigger a surge toward the next key psychological target near $110,000. On the downside, a loss of $103,600 opens the door for a deeper pullback toward $100,000\u2014an area of strong psychological and structural demand.<\/p>\n<p>Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bitcoin is trading above the key psychological level of $100,000, but the bullish momentum that drove prices higher in recent weeks has cooled as BTC fails to reclaim resistance near $105,000. After a sharp rally that saw Bitcoin surge more than 40% from its April 9th low, price action is now consolidating and testing demand. 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