CryptoQuant has recently notified users via X about the surge in whale-driven Bitcoin inflows to exchanges. The monthly average jumped nearly 61%, rising from $28 billion to $45 billion during the period from July 14 to 18. The development mirrors patterns seen during previous market peaks, where inflows exceeding $75 billion gave way to price consolidations.
Whale Inflows to Exchanges Have Also Increased
“If this trend continues, it could help ease the overall selling pressure as whales can exert significant selling pressure, just as they did during the last two tops.” – By @Darkfost_Coc pic.twitter.com/BBDORpnYGz
— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) July 21, 2025
Will Current Liquidations Affect the Market?
Notably, due to past price reactions following massive selloffs, some crypto users expect the digital asset market to undergo a significant correction. Nonetheless, while the jump in Exchange inflows likely reflects whales locking in profits, daily inflow volumes have started to cool.
CryptoQuant’s on-chain analyst Darkfost points out that if the cooling of daily whale inflows continues, it may reduce near-term downward pressure. The move will then create a more conducive environment for Bitcoin to establish a new support base, potentially avoiding the corrections seen during the previous cycles.
Another on-chain analyst noted that Bitcoin is also flowing from exchanges into custody wallets, indicating that large holders are securing their assets for long-term storage. The market behavior has contributed to a decline in the number of Unspent Transaction Outputs (UTXOs), which is often used to gauge network activity and investor participation.
CryptoQuant analysts caution that a short-term pullback may occur if inflows persist. Looking ahead, whales and institutions may continue to prefer custodial storage. Still, if the market enters a stronger bullish phase, short-term speculation could increase sell pressure. At press time, CoinMarketCap’s Fear & Greed index Score stood at 67, indicating bullish sentiments.
What Other Market Participants Think
Robert Kiyosaki warned that the current surge in asset prices could be heading toward a “bubble bust.” Speaking to his followers on X, Kiyosaki noted that while he believes a crash is imminent, he is preparing to buy the dip, emphasizing that sharp declines in digital and precious assets may offer valuable long-term buying opportunities .
On the other hand, Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, predicted that Bitcoin could soar to $250,000 by the end of 2025. However, He cautions that short-term dips may occur even as he maintains his long-term bullish stance. More recently, Hayes signaled that an altcoin season is underway, suggesting strong institutional interest could further fuel the crypto market.
