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Dormant Ethereum ICO Wallet Moves 10,000 ETH After Nearly a Decade

Traders now watch for exchange deposits as a sign of near-term selling pressure.

Overview

  • An early Ethereum address that had sat idle for years moved 10,000 ETH to a new wallet, drawing fresh scrutiny from traders.
  • The coins did not go to a crypto exchange, which eased fears of an immediate sale.
  • Blockchain watchers are tracking whether the funds land at exchange-linked addresses that would typically signal an intent to sell.
  • At current prices the stash is worth about $23 million, while the original token sale outlay is estimated near $3,100.
  • The move revived discussion about dormant coins returning to circulation, though by itself it is unlikely to change Ethereum’s long-term supply picture.