Recently, Bhutan’s sovereign wealth fund—Druk Holding & Investments (DHI)—transferred 517 BTC, valued around $59 million, to a new wallet address that had conducted a test transfer to Binance just a day earlier. This action has once again sparked speculation that the funds may be destined for exchange and possible liquidation.
Pattern of Activity
This isn’t a one-off move. In mid‑July, Bhutan made sizable bitcoin transfers to Binance—212+ BTC ($23M) and even 650 BTC ($74M) in separate transactions—all coinciding with market highs.
Current Reserves & Economic Scale
Despite these movements, Bhutan still retains a substantial holding. Estimates indicate reserves of around 11,411–12,000 BTC, worth approximately $1.3–1.4 billion, accounting for nearly 30–40% of its GDP.
Is Bhutan Selling Bitcoin? Market Braces for Possible Shift
According to Arkham Intelligence, the Royal Government of Bhutan still holds over $1.23 billion worth of Bitcoin, making it one of the largest sovereign holders of BTC. However, the recent on-chain movement of $59 million to an address that tested a Binance deposit wallet has sparked speculation that Bhutan may be preparing to offload part of its holdings. While this does not confirm a sell-off, it has raised concerns at a time when the broader market is showing signs of fatigue.
How It Accumulated So Much
Bhutan’s accumulation stems from a uniquely sustainable model: starting around 2019, it turned surplus hydroelectric power into a low-cost, environmentally friendly engine for Bitcoin mining. By 2025, this strategy put Bhutan among the top three sovereign Bitcoin holders in the world.
Possible Motivation & Strategy
Analysts interpret these large transfers to Binance particularly timed with Bitcoin’s market peaks as strategic profit-taking rather than reactive selling. It appears Bhutan is managing its crypto reserves with deliberate timing, rather than panic.
$BTC #Bhutan Bitcoin Struggles Near Key Resistance After Breakdown from Range
Bitcoin is currently trading near $115,035, showing signs of weakness after breaking below its previous consolidation range between $117,500 and $122,000. The 12-hour chart highlights a bearish structure, with BTC failing to reclaim the 50-period moving average (blue), which is now acting as dynamic resistance around $115,724. Momentum appears to be fading, and volume has declined following the sell-off earlier this month.
Notably, the 100-period moving average (green) at $112,693 has provided short-term support, but the lack of bullish conviction raises concerns. A rejection at the 50MA could push Bitcoin back toward the $112K–$110K region, where the 200-period moving average (red) at $108,381 could act as a last-resort support before more aggressive selling pressure emerges.
The consolidation that once held Bitcoin in a tight range above $117K now acts as a resistance barrier. If BTC fails to climb back above that level soon, the market could transition into a deeper correction phase
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