Zcash traded near $446 on Dec. 25, up almost 10% in 24 hours, as mega whales increased spot holdings while derivatives traders maintained net short positions. The bull flag breakout from Dec. 15 projects a target near $655, though timing remains uncertain amid divergent market signals.
What Happened: Whale Accumulation
The top 100 Zcash addresses increased spot holdings by 2.86% over 24 hours, moving from 34,542 to 35,532 ZEC—roughly $441,480 in fresh positioning at current prices, according to Nansen data.
The accumulation follows a bull flag breakout on Dec. 15 that has not been invalidated.
The pattern's projected target sits near $655, where the flag projection aligns with the 1.618 Fibonacci extension level.
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Between Dec. 17 and Dec. 23, Zcash price trended higher while the Money Flow Index made lower lows. The divergence signals weak dip buying and declining confidence among smaller market participants, though it does not constitute a breakdown signal.
Hyperliquid derivatives data for the 24-hour period shows whales, consistent winners, and smart money all maintaining net short positions in perpetual futures. Top 100 perpetual addresses cut long exposure rather than adding to positions.
Why It Matters: Structural Conflict
The disconnect between spot accumulation and derivatives positioning reveals institutional uncertainty about near-term price action despite structural bullishness.
Mega whales demonstrate conviction in the breakout thesis through spot buying, while derivatives traders hedge against downside risk.
The first resistance checkpoint sits at $458, the 0.5 Fibonacci level. A daily close above that level opens room toward $479 and $508, with $546 representing alignment with the original bull flag projection before the $655 target becomes accessible.
Support holds at $411, with $370 marking potential full pattern invalidation. The flag structure remains intact as whales position for upside while broader market participants maintain caution.
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