Ethereum Whale 0x76AB Sells 1,654 ETH on Spot, Bets on High-Leverage ETH Long and Loses $3.3M in 4 Days
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As reported by COINOTAG News, citing LookIntoChain on-chain analytics, a prominent ETH holder identified as 0x76AB sold 1,654 ETH for approximately $5.49 million on the spot market and shifted exposure into a high-leverage ETH long. The three trades produced two loss-making legs, totaling about $3.3 million over a four-day window.
This whale activity signals tactical repositioning rather than a directional bet, underscoring the risk of leveraged exposure amid near-term volatility. Investors should monitor on-chain flows and margin dynamics to determine whether the move represents hedging or a tilt in positioning.
In a market where liquidity and price discovery are sensitive to large orders, verified data matters. The reported actions underscore the importance of diligent risk management and ongoing on-chain monitoring for ETH traders and institutions.