Hype has been one of the standout performers in the crypto market this year, sustaining a powerful uptrend since 0 relentless momentum has drawn the attention of both retail traders and institutions, with many analysts arguing that the token still has room to run as the broader market heats 1 narrative around Hype has been fueled by strong speculative interest and its growing presence in high-volume trading activity, which has made it a favorite among momentum-driven 2 Reading: Bitcoin Consolidates Above $115K As Market Eyes Fed’s Sept 17 Policy Move However, questions are starting to surface about whether Hype’s rally is 3 analysts warn that momentum may be weakening, signaling that a correction phase could be 4 from Lookonchain underscores this concern: a whale who bought and staked 2 million HYPE—at an average entry price of $8.68 nine months ago—has now unstaked the 5 the tokens freshly unlocked, speculation is growing that this whale could take profits 6 this move sparks broader selling pressure or the market absorbs it will be critical for Hype’s next 7 Whale Unstakes $107M As Market Awaits Next Move Hype has been one of the most talked-about assets in crypto this year, climbing over 500% in value since April and cementing itself as a market leader in speculative momentum.
Now, a major development involving one of its largest holders is capturing 8 to Lookonchain, a whale who entered the market nine months ago with a massive position has just unstaked tokens worth over $107 million, raising speculation about potential profit-taking in the weeks 9 data reveals that nine months ago, this whale deposited $17.4 million in USDC into Hyperliquid through three 10 there, he accumulated 2 million HYPE at an average of $8.68, before distributing the tokens across nine wallets for 11 accumulation has proven to be extraordinarily 12 seven days ago, the whale applied to unstake the position, and 21 hours ago, the tokens were received back in 13 Hype’s current valuation, the stash is worth $107.2 million, translating into a staggering $89.8 million profit in less than a 14 event comes at a pivotal time for 15 the token’s explosive rally has kept momentum traders engaged, the size of the whale’s gains points to the likelihood of 16 the broader market can absorb such selling pressure or if it sparks a deeper correction will determine if Hype’s bull run can extend—or if a consolidation phase is 17 Reading: Bitcoin Spot Trading Volumes Declines To $322B: Market Shifts To HODL Mode Uptrend Faces First Signs of Cooling HYPE has been one of the strongest performers in the market since April, with its chart showing a consistent series of higher highs and higher 18 of now, the token trades at $52.57, down 2.69% on the day, signaling a modest pullback after a sharp run that recently pushed the price above $56.
Despite this decline, the overall structure remains bullish, with price action still well above key moving 19 50-day moving average ($45.48) and 100-day moving average ($43.38) are trending higher, providing dynamic support zones that could absorb selling pressure if momentum cools further. Meanwhile, the 200-day moving average ($32.02) remains far below current levels, highlighting the scale of HYPE’s appreciation in recent 20 Reading: Three Whales Buy $205M Ethereum From FalconX: Institutional Flows Accelerate This correction appears to be a natural cooling phase within an established uptrend, especially after such aggressive 21 buyers defend the $50–$52 range, HYPE could consolidate before making another attempt at reclaiming the $55–$56 zone.
A decisive break above $56 would likely set the stage for further upside 22 image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
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