Emre Yumlu 
A silent giant has just stirred in the crypto world. A long-dormant Bitcoin wallet, believed to belong to an early investor from the Satoshi era, transferred and sold a staggering 80,000 BTC—worth nearly $9 billion—through Galaxy Digital. This sale now ranks as one of the largest single-value transactions in Bitcoin history.
According to Galaxy Digital, the sale was part of a broader estate planning strategy on behalf of the anonymous investor. While the identity remains undisclosed, it’s clear the scale and method of the sale were carefully coordinated. No specific details were provided regarding the timing or the exact selling price.
Market Reacts to the Massive Sell-Off
The news broke during a high-volatility trading session last Friday. At one point, Bitcoin dipped below $115,000, sparking concerns of a possible broader sell-off. However, the downturn was short-lived.
On-chain data revealed that approximately 30,000 BTC were moved throughout the day from Galaxy-associated addresses to various crypto exchanges. These transfers were traced back to the same stash of 80,009 BTC that had been moved earlier this month after years of inactivity.
Bitcoin Absorbs the Pressure Swiftly
Despite the enormous selling pressure, the market showed remarkable resilience. After briefly dipping, Bitcoin rebounded quickly to reclaim levels above $117,000. Analysts described the market response as an indication of growing maturity and liquidity.
Joe Consorti from blockchain infrastructure firm Theya noted:
“80,000 BTC—or $9 billion in value—was offloaded directly into the open order book, and Bitcoin barely flinched. That’s a powerful testament to the market’s depth.”
This resilience comes at a time when Bitcoin is already riding high. In 2025, the crypto asset surged past $123,000, fueled by rising ETF inflows, stronger institutional adoption, and a more favorable U.S. regulatory landscape. The fact that such a large-scale sale had minimal price impact only strengthens the bullish sentiment around BTC.
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