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Galaxy Executes One of the Largest Notional Bitcoin Transactions Ever

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Galaxy Digital (NASDAQ: GLXY) has achieved a significant milestone by executing one of the largest bitcoin transactions in crypto history. The company facilitated the sale of over 80,000 bitcoin, valued at approximately $9 billion at current market prices, on behalf of a Satoshi-era investor.

The historic transaction was conducted as part of the early bitcoin investor's estate planning strategy, marking one of the most substantial exits from the digital asset market by an early adopter.

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  • Successfully executed one of the largest bitcoin transactions in crypto history, demonstrating operational capabilities
  • Handled a $9 billion transaction, showcasing ability to manage large-scale digital asset operations
  • Attracted business from early bitcoin adopter, indicating trust in Galaxy's services

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  • Large bitcoin sale could potentially impact market sentiment and prices

News Market Reaction 39 Alerts

-3.24% News Effect
-4.7% Trough in 6 hr 53 min
-$398M Valuation Impact
$11.90B Market Cap
0.5x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, GLXY declined 3.24%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -4.7% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 39 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $398M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $11.90B at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

NEW YORK, July 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Galaxy Digital Inc. (NASDAQ: GLXY) (TSX: GLXY), a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, today announced the successful execution of one of the largest notional bitcoin transactions in the history of crypto on behalf of a client.

Galaxy completed the sale of more than 80,000 bitcoin—valued at over $9 billion based on current market prices—for a Satoshi-era investor, representing one of the earliest and most significant exits from the digital asset market. The transaction was part of the investor's broader estate planning strategy.

About Galaxy
Galaxy Digital Inc. (NASDAQ/TSX: GLXY) is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. Our digital assets platform offers institutional access to trading, advisory, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. In addition, we invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, meeting the growing demand for scalable energy and compute solutions in the U.S. The Company is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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FAQ

How many bitcoins did Galaxy Digital (GLXY) sell in the July 2025 transaction?

Galaxy Digital sold over 80,000 bitcoin, valued at approximately $9 billion based on current market prices.

Who was the seller in Galaxy Digital's (GLXY) record bitcoin transaction?

The seller was a Satoshi-era investor who executed the sale as part of their estate planning strategy.

What is the significance of Galaxy Digital's (GLXY) July 2025 bitcoin transaction?

It represents one of the largest notional bitcoin transactions in crypto history, valued at $9 billion, and marks one of the most significant exits from the digital asset market by an early investor.

Why did the Satoshi-era investor sell their bitcoin through Galaxy Digital (GLXY)?

The sale was executed as part of the investor's broader estate planning strategy, utilizing Galaxy Digital's expertise in handling large-scale digital asset transactions.
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