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Token Unlocks Line Up as Market Faces Fresh Supply Pressure

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A new data for upcoming token unlocks highlights where fresh supply is set to hit the market over the coming days and weeks, offering a clear view of short-term distribution risk across several major and mid-cap projects.

The table shows price performance, circulating release progress, and the dollar value of tokens scheduled to unlock, giving a direct look at how much additional supply could weigh on prices.

Near-Term Pressure: Large Unlocks, Short Timelines

The most immediate event comes from HYPE, where $248.11 million worth of tokens, 2.87% of supply, is scheduled to unlock in less than 10 hours. With only 38.30% of tokens already released, this stands out as the largest single near-term unlock on the list and arrives while the token is already down 3.47% on the day.

Other notable short-term unlocks include:

  • KMNO: $11.59M unlocking in ~1 day (5.35% of supply)
  • SUI: $62.92M unlocking in ~3 days (1.17% of supply)
  • EIGEN: $14.21M unlocking in ~3 days (9.74% of supply)

These events cluster within a narrow window, suggesting a period where multiple assets face simultaneous supply expansion.

Medium-Term Unlocks Extend the Supply Overhang

Looking further out, several projects show unlocks scheduled between 7 and 18 days, keeping distribution pressure elevated:

  • ENA: $35.63M in ~7 days (2.37%)
  • APT: $19.34M in ~13 days (0.70%)
  • CHEEL: $11.12M in ~15 days (2.78%)
  • CONX: $28.31M in ~17 days (1.59%)
  • STRK: $10.34M in ~17 days (4.83%)
  • ARB: $17.92M in ~18 days (1.86%)

Notably, some of these projects already have high released percentages, such as CHEEL (74.77%) and CONX (83.31%), meaning the remaining supply is thinner—but still impactful when liquidity is low.

What the Table Signals

Across the board, most tokens on the list are showing negative 24-hour price performance, which matters because unlocks during weakness tend to amplify volatility. Larger unlock percentages, such as EIGEN, KMNO, and STRK—pose a higher short-term risk of sell pressure if recipients choose to realize gains or cut exposure.

At the same time, projects with lower unlock percentages may absorb supply more smoothly, depending on demand conditions.

Bottom Line

This unlock schedule points to a concentrated wave of new supply entering the market, starting immediately and extending over the next three weeks. With multiple tokens unlocking in close succession, traders are likely to stay cautious, watching how each market absorbs fresh distribution before committing new capital.

In the short term, timing and size matter, and this table makes clear that supply, not just price, will be a key driver in the days ahead.

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Mishal Ali
Mishal Ali
Mishal Ali is a passionate crypto journalist with over five years of experience in finance and cryptocurrency reporting. She has worked with renowned platforms like TronWeekly, delivering in-depth market insights and industry updates. She also runs personal blogs to explore these topics further. In her free time, Mishal loves watching movies and staying inspired through creative storytelling.
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