Bitcoin Realized Cap Hits $1T as Satoshi Whale Moves 80K BTC, Sells $9.5B

Key Insights:

• Whale offloads 80,202 BTC ($9.5B) acquired in 2011 at under $3.50.
• Bitcoin Realized Cap crosses $1 trillion, with 25% growth in 2025.
• U.S. crypto bills pass the House; Trump eyes crypto in 401(k) plans.

A dormant Satoshi-era whale sold 80,202 BTC worth $9.54 billion over three days, ending over 14 years of inactivity. Spot On Chain confirmed the final 40,192 BTC transfer, worth $4.83B, was sent to Galaxy Digital in the last six hours.

Earlier transfers included 8.5K BTC on July 15, followed by 16.8K BTC and 40K BTC across multiple wallets. These coins were originally received in April and May 2011 when Bitcoin traded between $0.78 and $3.37.

They were sold at an average of $118,950, showing the whale timed exits near market highs. Despite such volume, Bitcoin’s price remained stable around $120,000, reflecting strong market absorption.

This comes as Bitcoin’s Realized Cap crossed the $1 trillion mark for the first time, according to Glassnode. Notably, 25% of that value was added in 2025 alone, showing a major influx of capital into the network.

Realized Cap tracks each coin’s last moved price, offering a clearer view of actual investor inflows than market cap. The simultaneous whale activity and capital growth point to a maturing market with deeper liquidity. As old holders exit, new institutional and retail inflows continue to support price and valuation. 

U.S. Crypto Policy Momentum Builds as Retirement Access Nears

Meanwhile, the U.S. House has passed three key crypto bills—Clarity Act, Genius Act, and Anti-CBDC Act—boosting regulatory clarity. Investor Kevin O’Leary stated that trillions could enter Bitcoin markets once structure and laws align.

Additionally, the Financial Times reported Donald Trump may authorize 401(k) access to crypto and alternative assets. The proposed order would instruct regulators to remove barriers for retirement funds investing in Bitcoin and gold.

The White House confirmed the initiative is under review, though final decisions rest with the President. Together, the whale exit, realized cap surge, and U.S. policy progress mark a pivotal week for Bitcoin.