Bithumb Uncovers Over $200 Million in Dormant Crypto Assets
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 02 2026- Dormant Asset Discovery: Bithumb identified over 291.6 billion won (approximately $201.8 million) in dormant assets across about 2.6 million inactive accounts, highlighting the significant retail crypto wealth that remains untouched on centralized exchanges, which could impact future market liquidity.
- Account Recovery Initiative: The exchange plans to directly notify eligible users and assist with account recovery, following a previous campaign where around 36,000 users reclaimed nearly $50 million in dormant assets, suggesting that this effort could unlock an even larger volume of funds.
- Significant Investment Returns: Some dormant assets have appreciated over 61,000%, contrasting with Bitcoin's roughly 11,300% increase since 2014, indicating that early investors left behind substantial value during prolonged market downturns.
- Market Dynamics Impact: Should these reclaimed assets be sold, they may influence price dynamics, particularly for less liquid tokens, potentially exacerbating market volatility.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
