Over $5.5 Billion in Crypto Supply Set to Unlock in January, Potential Market Impact
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 05 2026- Supply Unlock Scale: Over $5.5 billion worth of crypto supply is set to unlock in January, featuring a mix of cliff unlocks and gradual vesting, which could impact market liquidity and investor sentiment.
- Market Dynamics Shift: The new supply will unfold in layers, with some tokens entering the market gradually while others will be released all at once, potentially leading to significant changes in price dynamics.
- Concentrated Supply Feature: A small number of projects account for a disproportionate share of the new supply, meaning market attention will likely focus on the performance of these specific assets, particularly Ondo, which has a substantial portion of its supply becoming transferable.
- Impact of Fragile Sentiment: While unlocks are not inherently bearish, the expanding supply can change the balance of risk, and if demand is insufficient, it may act as a brake on price momentum.
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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.
