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$489M Crypto Token Unlock Alert: Will Prices Crash or Soar?

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Vignesh S G

This week, the cryptocurrency market is set to experience major token unlocks, events that could impact token prices due to changes in supply dynamics. From large one-time releases to gradual unlocks, these developments could create significant market shifts. Here’s everything you need to know.

One-Time Token Unlocks: Key Players to Watch

Several tokens are scheduled for substantial one-time unlocks, known as cliff unlocks. These include Metars Genesis (MRS), Oasis (ROSE), Cardano (ADA), Pixel (PIXEL), Space ID (ID), Athena (ENA), and Karrat (KARRAT).

The sudden increase in supply from these unlocks may create short-term downward pressure on prices, especially if demand doesn’t keep up.

Recent Price Movements:

  • Metars Genesis (MRS): +12.3%
  • Oasis (ROSE): +3.0%
  • Cardano (ADA): +29.1%
  • Karrat (KARRAT): +3.0%
  • Pixel (PIXEL): -0.2%
  • Space ID (ID): -1.9%
  • Athena (ENA): -4.4%

Tokens in the Linear Unlock Category

In addition to cliff unlocks, some tokens follow a linear unlock schedule, where tokens are released gradually over time. This method spreads out the supply increase, but it can still lead to consistent selling pressure.

Tokens in this category include Solana (SOL), Worldcoin (WLD), Celestia (TIA), Bittensor (TAO), Avalanche (AVAX), Dogecoin (DOGE), Sei (SEI), NEAR Protocol (NEAR), Polkadot (DOT), Filecoin (FIL), and Arkham (ARKM).

Recent Price Movements:

  • Solana (SOL): +15.8%
  • Worldcoin (WLD): +4.9%
  • Avalanche (AVAX): +13.1%
  • Dogecoin (DOGE): +29.4%
  • Sei (SEI): +8.8%
  • NEAR Protocol (NEAR): +13.3%
  • Polkadot (DOT): +14.2%
  • Filecoin (FIL): +7.8%
  • Arkham (ARKM): -11.5%
  • Celestia (TIA): -5.9%
  • Bittensor (TAO): -15.5%

$489 Million in Token Unlocks: Market Implications

The total value of token unlocks this week exceeds $489 million, with approximately $79.69 million in single cliff unlocks and $409.95 million in linear unlocks. This increase in supply could drive selling pressure, potentially affecting prices in the short term.

Tokens to Watch for Volatility

Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Avalanche (AVAX) are among the key tokens to monitor due to their significant upcoming unlocks. These events may cause noticeable price fluctuations, and both retail and institutional investors will likely track them for potential trading opportunities.

Solana (SOL):

  • Total Supply: 588,572,278
  • Circulating Supply: 474,594,467 (80.6%)
  • Non-Circulating Supply: 113,977,811 (19.4%)
  • Current Price: $245.78 (+3.1% in the last 24 hours)

Investor Takeaway

The $489 million worth of token unlocks this week is likely to introduce price volatility in the crypto market. Investors should pay close attention to tokens like Solana, Dogecoin, and Avalanche, which are expected to see significant supply changes.

Stay alert for potential market shifts and trading opportunities as these events unfold.

Vignesh S G

Vignesh is a young journalist with a decade of experience. A proud alumnus of IIJNM, Bengaluru, he spent six years as a Sub-Editor for a leading business magazine, published from Kerala. His interest in futuristic technologies took him to a US-based software company specialising in Web3, Blockchain and AI. This stint inspired him to view the future of journalism through the lens of next generation technologies. Now, he covers the crypto scene for Coinpedia, uncovering a vibrant new world where technology and journalism converge.

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