Haciyev Reşit 
Token unlocks one of the most important factors driving volatility in the cryptocurrency market are set to hit investors with significant volume next week. According to data shared by CryptoRank, seven major projects are preparing to release hundreds of millions of dollars worth of tokens into circulation. This indicates that price volatility could increase across the affected altcoins.
Largest Unlock Comes from STABLE
At the top of the list is STABLE, which is set to unlock $566.38 million worth of tokens. This amount is not only the largest of the week but also higher than the entire market caps of many altcoins. An influx of supply of this magnitude could create short-term selling pressure on the price. Investors may expect a volatile week for STABLE.
Other Major Unlocks: PUMP, APT, LINEA, and MORE
Other notable unlocks scheduled for next week include:
- PUMP – $29.61 million
- APT (Aptos) – $19.88 million
- LINEA – $8.16 million
- MOVE (Movement) – $7.15 million
- MOCA (Mocaverse) – $4.43 million
- BB (BounceBit) – $4.04 million
Each of these projects may experience short-term price fluctuations within their ecosystems due to the increase in circulating supply. Investor behavior will be closely monitored, especially for APT and PUMP, which have higher liquidity.
Why Do Token Unlocks Matter for the Market?
Token unlocks can increase supply and therefore create downward pressure on prices. The possibility that large investors or project teams may sell unlocked tokens is one of the key factors that fuel short-term selling pressure. For this reason, investors tend to be cautious, especially during weeks with large unlock events.
Liquidity and community confidence play a major role in how a project reacts to unlocks. For example, in highly demanded projects, unlocks may have minimal impact on price. However, in altcoins with lower trading volume, selling pressure from unlocked tokens can be much more intense. Analysts explain:
“Unlock periods are critical moments when supply dynamics in the market change. Investors must closely monitor both project team behavior and overall market liquidity.”
Assessment
Next week, the crypto market will witness hundreds of millions of dollars in token unlocks. Price volatility is expected to increase particularly in STABLE, APT, and PUMP. During this period, investors should act carefully and analyze tokenomics and unlock schedules. Periods of heavy unlocks carry both risk and opportunity, making close market monitoring essential.
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