#数字资产市场动态 An observation for all coin holders: Gaining insight into market truths from on-chain whale behavior



Yesterday, on-chain monitoring caught an interesting phenomenon—the whale address 0x3c9E, known for "buying the dip and selling the rally," panic-sold 4,000 ETH during a correction. Bought in at $3,233, hurriedly sold at $3,110. This transaction resulted in an unrealized loss of nearly $500,000, not including recent overall position losses.

Many people get scared at the words "whale dumping," but looking at it from another angle—this is a clear sign of extreme market sentiment. It’s also the main reason I remain bullish on this current range and believe the opportunity outweighs the risk.

**Understanding Market Rhythm Through Behavioral Patterns**

This whale’s trading approach is a classic example of a cautionary tale. Starting January 9, it bought every day, appearing determined on the surface, but in reality, it’s a typical FOMO pattern—buying the high with enthusiasm. When the market adjusts, it immediately becomes skittish and rushes to sell. Essentially, it’s retail trader psychology reappearing—trading driven by emotion, with no discipline whatsoever. Whenever such "counter-signal" appears, it often indicates that a short-term shakeout is nearing its end.

**Details in On-Chain Data Say It All**

Pay special attention to these two points: First, he was adding to his position 11 hours before the dump. What does this indicate? His decision was entirely driven by short-term volatility, with no real conviction. Second, the average selling price of $3,110 coincides with the main cost zone over the past month. In other words, the whale was offloading at a strong support level—who took over? Certainly not retail investors, but institutions and smart money with better pricing ability and a longer-term perspective.

**My Judgment and Current Strategy**

I’ve always emphasized: occasional corrections in a bull market are inevitable, aimed at shaking out leverage and those with uncertain convictions. The panic-selling by whales is actually a sign that the "market cleansing process" is entering its intense phase. The fundamental logic of ETH remains unchanged, and the expectation of a macro liquidity cycle shift persists. Today's price fluctuations? They are simply the market’s "emotion tax," and this whale is just paying it on behalf of everyone.

Don’t be scared by large transfers from a single address. True trading wisdom is staying clear-headed when others are losing theirs. The market, in this fierce exchange of bulls and bears, is brewing strength for the next phase of the trend.

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TopEscapeArtistvip
· 11h ago
I'm relieved that the whale has a floating loss of 500,000, indicating that the bottom is indeed not far... I need to buy the dip to calm my nerves.
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DeFiVeteranvip
· 01-20 10:40
Whale dumping is actually a good signal? I need to think about this logic... But a floating loss of 500,000 is indeed harsh, and this kind of panic selling is quite common. --- Chasing highs and holding on to the end, selling at a loss when it drops, even whales have retail trader mentality haha. --- When strong support levels are used for selling, it's indeed more likely that smart money is taking over. Contrarian thinking still needs to be played. --- Don't be scared and just move on. This phrase is said every time, but when it really drops, everyone is afraid. --- The term "emotional tax" is quite good, but who knows if the next step is to gather strength or to keep smashing?
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AirdropHarvestervip
· 01-20 10:39
Haha, even giant whales can't escape the fate of chasing highs. Retail investors' mentality is something no one can escape.
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MoneyBurnerSocietyvip
· 01-20 10:39
Whale loses 500,000 to pay our emotional tax. This deal is worth it haha --- Another vivid contrarian indicator. This guy is really using real money to teach me how not to FOMO --- I just want to know who took those 4,000 ETH... It’s definitely institutions picking up the bargains again --- Market manipulation to make others sell at a loss—that's what market wisdom is, I’m waiting to be washed out --- Exactly right, retail investors’ panic exposes the market, and this whale proves what true professional leek farmers are --- Dumping at strong support levels... I feel like I understand now. Maybe I should try dumping my savings too --- This old guy verified the cost of FOMO for us. Next time, I’ll just do the opposite of what he does --- Every time I see news about such dumps, I think of my contract account... same old story --- Wow, even whales panic. What are we small retail investors talking about discipline for?
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RektRecordervip
· 01-20 10:38
Haha, this whale is purely retail investor logic. FOMO in and panic sell, serves you right for cutting losses. When the giant whale dumps, it's actually a bottom signal. Institutions are quietly accumulating. During these reverse operations, I know it's time to get on board. Really, the more panicked you are, the calmer you should stay. This whale has become a negative example for us. 50,000 yuan in tuition fees, it hurts just to watch.
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