Data: SHIB's top 10 wallets hold 61.3% of its total supply.
Santiment released the total supply of the top ten wallets of the four largest counterfeit products in the cryptocurrency market on the X platform:
SHIB: 61.3% of total supply
ETH: 46.1% of total supply
LINK: 33.1% of total supply
TON: 32.8% of total supply
When the top 10 wallets hold a significant portion of the total cryptocurrency supply, such as 61% of Shiba Inu, it means that a small number of holders have a lot of control over the market. If these wallets decide to sell, it could result in a significant price drop, creating greater risk for smaller investors. However, if these large holders continue to hold or increase their holdings, often indicating that they have confidence in the project, it may actually bring rewards to traders who collectively hold less power and rely more on the actions of a few key stakeholders.
On the other hand, a more evenly distributed supply like 46% for Ethereum, or 33% for Chainlink and Toncoin, is generally considered to be more conducive to the long-term stability of cryptocurrencies. Lower concentration means that no single entity can significantly influence the market individually, which builds trust among investors. Generally, most investors prefer a more decentralized ownership structure because it reduces the likelihood of manipulation and makes the market more predictable.