As November approaches, the cryptocurrency market is poised for significant token unlock events. Token unlocking refers to the process of releasing tokens that were previously locked to attract investment in various projects. This article highlights some of the most important token unlocks set to take place this month.
According to a report from BeInCrypto, projects that have locked a portion of their tokens during fundraising must release them carefully according to specified schedules to avoid selling pressure that could negatively impact token prices.
Here are some of the major token unlocks for November
Celestia (TIA)
Celestia is a modular data accessibility network designed to facilitate blockchain launches. On October 30, the project will unlock 175.56 million TIA tokens, worth approximately $920 million, allocated to early participants. This substantial release has raised concerns about potential selling pressure, with one Twitter user suggesting that if Celestia’s tokenomics weren’t so misleading, the token could have reached three-digit valuations.
Optimism (OP)
The OP token plays a crucial role in the governance of the Optimism network, allowing users to participate in decisions regarding network changes and proposals. On October 31, the project will unlock 31.34 million OP tokens for core contributors and investors.
Sui (SUI)
Sui is a Layer 1 blockchain that utilizes a proof-of-stake mechanism. Its token, SUI, is vital for governance and voting on proposals. The Sui token unlock is set for November 1, releasing 64.19 million tokens to Series A and B investors, community reserve funds, and its developer treasury, Mysten Labs.
Immutable X (IMX)
Immutable X is a Layer 2 network on Ethereum designed for the scalability of NFT tokens. On November 1, the project will release 32.47 million IMX tokens, designated for project development and the Immutable X ecosystem.
Zetachain (ZETA)
Zetachain is a decentralized blockchain that enables seamless interoperability between different networks. The project will unlock 54 million ZETA tokens on November 1, aimed at user growth pools, ecosystem growth funds, and liquidity incentives for contributors and advisors.
Additionally, throughout November, other projects such as dYdX, Galaxy (GAL), Cardano (ADA), and Etna (ENA) will also partake in their token unlock processes, with the total value exceeding $1.24 billion.
Moreover, Avalanche is scheduled to release 44.29 million AVAX tokens on November 16, valued at approximately $44.29 million. The meme coin project MEME will unlock $48.14 million worth of tokens on November 3.
As these significant unlock events unfold, investors are advised to monitor the market closely to navigate potential volatility and make informed decisions.