Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Awakens After 13.7 Years, Transferring $147 Million

A recent transaction involving a dormant Bitcoin wallet has sent shockwaves through the crypto market. The wallet, which had been inactive since July 2012, transferred 2,100 BTC worth $147 million on April 2, 2025.

The whale initially acquired the coins at approximately $6.50 per BTC, making their total initial investment around $13,650. This staggering return on investment exceeds 1,000,000% and exemplifies the extreme upside of buying and holding a volatile asset through multiple market cycles.