Bitcoin Gains 4.66% This Week Amid Upcoming Altcoin Unlocks
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 18 2026- Bitcoin Price Movement: Bitcoin's price increased by 4.66% this week, demonstrating market resilience despite negative news from Kevin Hassett's withdrawal from the Fed chairman race and Trump's new tariffs on the EU.
- Token Unlock Schedule: Upcoming token unlocks include Merlin Chain and Yooldo, with the latter unlocking $18.97 million, representing 27.61% of its market value, which is expected to significantly impact market liquidity.
- Market Dynamics: The unlocking of various tokens, particularly LayerZero and Humanity with unlock amounts of $42.70 million and $24.13 million respectively, is likely to trigger market volatility and influence investor sentiment.
- Investor Attention: Analyst Dan Tapiero's Bitcoin price prediction has garnered attention, indicating market expectations for future trends, especially with the upcoming token unlock events likely to attract more investor interest.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
