Crypto Prices React to $610M Token Unlock Led by Meteora and Aster

  • Meteora to unlock 430M tokens, equal to 43% of its total supply on Oct 23.
  • Aster’s upcoming unlock equals 15.9% of market cap worth about $461.7M.
  • Daily token unlock volume hit $610M today, marking the highest this week.

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a surge in token unlock activity this week. Cryptorank data indicates that more than $610 million worth of tokens will be released into circulation, marking the largest daily unlock to date in October. Meteora (MET) leads the schedule with a 43% supply unlock, representing 430 million tokens that are expected to be released on October 23.

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Source: Cryptorank

Aster (ASTER) and STBL follow as key projects preparing major unlocks. Aster’s release on October 14 equals 15.9% of its market capitalization, valued around $461.7 million, while STBL will unlock 46.2% of its cap worth approximately $32.39 million on October 16. Caldera (ERA) is also set for a smaller unlock, representing 4.1% of its market cap, estimated near $3.2 million on October 17.

Current Market Movements and 24-Hour Unlock Dynamics

Token unlock dynamics reveal increasing market liquidity, with $84.6 million released on October 10, followed by $134.9 million on October 12. The current 24-hour data shows $31.7 million added today, with a notable $610 million scheduled for October 14.

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Source: Cryptorank

Among projects unlocking today, Bware Labs (INFRA) unlocked 2.15% of its market cap, equivalent to $10.15K, while Wodo Gaming (XWGT) unlocked 5.65%, worth about $12.8K. SWEAT recorded an 18.4% price increase, trading at $0.00187, as 88.2% of its total supply remains unlocked.

Market Outlook

As more tokens enter circulation, liquidity levels are expected to fluctuate in response to investor demand and project utility. Dopamine (DOPE) experienced a 12.8% decline despite unlocking 1.16% of its market cap today. The overall trend shows varying reactions across assets, with some gaining short-term momentum while others face sell pressure.

The total token unlock volume for mid-October continues to rise as multiple projects complete vesting phases. These scheduled releases are adding measurable liquidity and shaping short-term market activity in the digital asset sector.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. CoinCryptoNewz is not responsible for any losses incurred. Readers should do their own research before making financial decisions.

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