A wave of major token unlocks is hitting the market this week—unlocking over $600 million in value across top projects. If you’re holding, trading, or farming any of these coins, you need to understand the impact. Unlocks affect price, sentiment, and liquidity—sometimes for better, often for worse.
This week’s data reveals several high-risk cliff unlocks and linear unlocks that could create serious short-term volatility.
What Are Token Unlocks—and Why Do They Matter?
A token unlock refers to the scheduled release of previously locked coins into circulation. These typically go to early investors, team members, or ecosystem development funds. Cliff unlocks happen all at once, while linear unlocks distribute gradually.
Why this matters: A large supply increase—especially when combined with low liquidity or weak demand—can create downward price pressure. Savvy traders watch unlock schedules like hawks.
Top Cliff Unlocks This Week (March 31–April 7)
These tokens will see sudden large releases, potentially triggering sell pressure:
| Token | Value Unlocked | % of Unlock Supply | Red Flag Level |
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| SUI | $148.9M | 2.14% | ⚠️ Moderate |
| W | $118.1M | 46.27% | 🔥 Extreme |
| ENA | $78.8M | 4.02% | ⚠️ Moderate |
| OP | $23.4M | 2.11% | ⚠️ Low |
| BIGTIME | $16.36M | 26.96% | 🔥 High |
| ZETA | $13.35M | 6.20% | ⚠️ Moderate |
| KAS | $9.9M | 0.59% | 🟢 Low |
| NEON | $6.79M | 7.44% | ⚠️ Moderate |
| DYDX | $5.36M | 1.30% | 🟢 Low |
Standout: $W Token Unlocking Nearly Half Its Supply
This is the most aggressive unlock of the week. 46.27% of $W’s locked supply will hit the market, creating a serious risk of price correction unless there’s massive demand or liquidity support.
Linear Unlocks This Week – Slow Burn, Still Significant
Linear unlocks drip into circulation gradually, but still build selling pressure over time:
| Token | Value Unlocked | % of Circulating Supply |
|---|---|---|
| SOL | $58.8M | 0.09% |
| WLD | $29.2M | 3.06% |
| TIA | $22.69M | 1.20% |
| DOGE | $15.84M | 0.06% |
| OM | $16.46M | 0.27% |
| AVAX | $13.22M | 0.17% |
| SUI | $8.63M | 0.12% |
| NEAR | $7.68M | 0.25% |
| DOT | $9.32M | 0.25% |
| IP | $11.97M | 0.90% |
| FIL | $7.10M | 0.40% |
📌 WLD, TIA, and IP are the most watch-worthy here due to high unlock % relative to circulating supply. TIA is also gaining momentum from recent narrative surges, so expect conflicting pressures.
What This Means for Traders
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High cliff unlocks (W, BIGTIME, ENA) = Watch for early dumps or front-running selloffs.
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Linear unlocks (WLD, TIA, IP) = Softer price bleed, but extended over weeks.
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Tokens with lower unlock % (FIL, DOGE, DYDX) = Minimal impact unless volume is unusually low.
Trading Tip:
Always check the liquidity, market cap, and staking lockup. Tokens with low daily volume and high unlock value are prime candidates for volatility.
Pro Strategy: Use Unlocks to Your Advantage
🔹 Short or hedge high-cliff unlock tokens ahead of the event
🔹 Buy post-dip if you believe in the long-term fundamentals
🔹 Avoid illiquid altcoins during unlock windows—they’re easy targets for whales
Don’t Ignore This Week’s Unlock Schedule
Whether you’re a long-term holder or short-term trader, these unlocks can create sharp dips, volume spikes, or even reversal setups. Ignoring them is a rookie move.
Bookmark this data, set alerts, and stay ahead of the herd.
Sources:
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Token Unlock data via Tokenomist
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Chart compiled by @WuBlockchain
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Cross-checked with CoinGecko market cap data
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Charles is a senior crypto analyst at Hold-Hub, specializing in blockchain regulation, DeFi infrastructure, and market structure. His reporting bridges on-chain data with macro analysis, delivering actionable insights backed by real evidence.
