Around 260 million tokens valued at roughly $34.7 million are scheduled to be released this week across LayerZero, Kaito, and Starknet, increasing available supply and potentially affecting near-term price action. As these tokens enter circulation, traders are likely to monitor liquidity shifts and volatility tied to the new supply.
LayerZero accounts for the largest share
LayerZero will release 25.75 million ZRO tokens worth about $23.16 million, making it the largest contributor to this week’s unlocks. The cross-chain interoperability protocol, which enables communication between different blockchains, will see its circulating supply rise by approximately 7.5% from its current base of around 343 million tokens.
The allocation is directed toward core contributors and strategic partners, which could influence how quickly the new tokens enter active trading.
Kaito and Starknet add additional supply
Kaito is set to unlock 17.6 million tokens valued at approximately $7.4 million. The platform uses artificial intelligence to aggregate and analyze Web3 data, offering tools such as sentiment tracking and search functions across decentralized ecosystems.
Starknet will release 120 million STRK tokens, worth around $4.34 million, as part of its ongoing vesting schedule. Built as a Layer 2 network on Ethereum, Starknet uses zero-knowledge STARK technology to process transactions off-chain while maintaining on-chain verification. The release will expand its circulating supply of roughly 6.4 billion tokens by about 1.9%.
Supply increase may pressure prices
The introduction of new tokens into circulation represents a structural increase in supply, which can weigh on prices if demand does not rise at the same pace. Traders often anticipate these events, meaning some price movement may occur ahead of the actual unlock as markets adjust expectations.
Market focus shifts to post-unlock activity
Attention will likely turn to trading volumes and price behavior following the releases, offering insight into how well the market absorbs the added liquidity. Distribution details also remain relevant, as recipients such as early contributors or strategic partners may differ in their likelihood to sell.
Broader market sentiment will play a role in shaping outcomes, either softening or amplifying the impact of the increased token supply in the days following the unlocks.
Token unlocks can shake prices—learn how crypto liquidity drives volatility and impacts your trading decisions.
Disclaimer: The content on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not represent the views or financial advice of Toobit. We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy or completeness of this information and shall not be held liable for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from its use. Investing in digital assets involves risk; users should independently evaluate their financial situation and the risks involved. For further details, please consult our Terms of Service and Risk Disclosure.
