Definition
A whale is an individual or entity holding enough cryptocurrency to influence market prices. Learn how whales affect crypto markets.
Why It Matters
Understanding Whale helps you read crypto market data more accurately and make better-informed decisions when comparing coins, projects, and on-chain activity.
Where You'll See It
Whale appears throughout cryptocurrency analytics on Crypto Market Watch — including coin profiles, rankings, and other glossary entries. Continue with related glossary terms or read the longer-form learn articles for deeper context.