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Bitcoin Custody Trends Shift as Whales Move $3B Into BlackRock’s ETF

The Cryptonomist·August 26, 2026·1 min read
Bitcoin Custody Trends Shift as Whales Move $3B Into BlackRock’s ETF

Bitcoin held in personal wallets has declined for the first time in fifteen years, as whales moved $3 billion into BlackRock's ETF. The shift is attributed to Wall Street building a tax-friendly door, not a hack or panic selling. This marks a significant change in Bitcoin custody trends.

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