Someone Just Bought 120B SHIB for $1.5M; New Whale Move or Something Bigger?

October 7, 2025

“I bought 120 billion SHIB as my final trade in this bull market. Follow along to laugh at me or cheer me on,” the Reddit user wrote. With that post, user “an525” sparked buzz across the Shiba Inu (SHIB) community subreddit after revealing over a million-dollar purchase of 120 billion $SHIB tokens.

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Key points:

  • A Reddit user purchased 120 billion SHIB for around $1.5 million, marking their last trade before the current bull market ends.
  • The purchase earned the buyer “whale” status in the Shiba Inu community, highlighting the influence large holders can have on token activity.
  • Uptober, a historically bullish period in October, is driving attention toward SHIB and other altcoins, with the community engaged and optimistic about potential market momentum.

Several members of the subreddit have responded by congratulating the user, praising the sizable purchase, and referring to them as a “MIGHTY WARRIOR” in the Shiba Inu community. Some chimed in and called the move, “Amazeballs.”

For those unfamiliar with the term, in crypto, a whale is someone who holds a large amount of a cryptocurrency, enough to potentially influence its price when they buy or sell. “Uptober” is a term coined by the cryptocurrency community to describe a historically bullish trend in October.

The name blends “up” (indicating price increases) with “October,” reflecting a tendency for positive market performance during this period. It’s become shorthand for the month’s potential to bring gains and heightened investor optimism in crypto markets.


Historically, various cryptocurrencies have recorded notable gains during this month, making it a time when traders and enthusiasts pay closer attention to market movements, hype cycles, and potential rallies. While not guaranteed, Uptober has become part of crypto culture as a symbol of seasonal market momentum and community excitement.

Uptober has been particularly significant for Bitcoin, and the trend has followed suit this year. On October 6, Bitcoin surpassed its previous record, reaching a historic all-time high of $126,069, according to CoinMarketCap data.

As the crypto market rides the momentum of Uptober, attention is turning not just to Bitcoin, but also to altcoins like SHIB. SHIB continues to capture the community’s interest, with its holders actively engaging across social platforms and fueling the token’s vibrant culture.

Enthusiasts and analysts alike are watching to see how broader market trends could shape SHIB’s movement in the weeks ahead. For the SHIB Army, the focus remains on participation, long-term growth, and the shared excitement that has always defined the community, keeping momentum strong and the ecosystem energized.

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Michaela has no crypto positions and does not hold any crypto assets. This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. The Shib Magazine and The Shib Daily are the official media and publications of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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