October 2024 was expected to bring renewed optimism for the crypto market, with historical trends dubbing the month "Uptober" due to its usual upward price movements. However, as we enter the fourth day of the month, the market outlook is clouded by growing uncertainty. Bitcoin is hovering below $62,000, and volatility is increasing, fueled in part by upcoming major token unlocks from Sui (SUI), Celestia (TIA), and Aptos (APT). Combined, these projects are set to release over $1.3 billion in tokens, which could further destabilize the market.
This month brings significant token unlocks, which are already impacting market sentiment. Here's a breakdown of the most anticipated releases and their potential effects:
Sui began the month with an unlock of 64.19 million tokens, adding over $100 million worth of liquidity to the market. Despite an 8% surge in price prior to the unlock, SUI has been struggling to maintain momentum. As of today, the token is trading at $1.85, reflecting increased selling pressure. Investors remain cautious, with the SUI token’s price now reflecting the broader market's uncertainty. Many analysts predict further short-term declines as more liquidity enters the market, increasing the circulating supply.
Celestia faces the largest unlock of the month, with 175.56 million tokens set to be released on October 30. This is equivalent to a staggering 82% of its current circulating supply. The anticipation of this event has already dampened the token’s performance. Despite a recent fundraising round that raised $100 million, Celestia’s price has dipped to around $5.50. With so many tokens about to flood the market, analysts predict that TIA could drop further, possibly below the $5 mark, unless there is significant buy-side support.
Aptos will release 11.3 million tokens on October 11, representing 2.2% of its circulating supply. While smaller compared to SUI and Celestia, the unlock still carries significant weight. The APT token has been volatile in recent weeks, currently trading around $7.60, down from highs of $8.50 earlier this month. With the token release looming, investors are bracing for further dips in price as the market adjusts to the additional liquidity.
The broader crypto market is under pressure, with Bitcoin struggling to stay above $61,500 and other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Solana experiencing increased volatility. Historically, October has been a bullish month for crypto, but the massive token unlocks happening this month may have the opposite effect.
With over $1.3 billion worth of tokens set to be unlocked across multiple projects, there is widespread concern that the increased supply will lead to sell-offs, further driving prices down. This is particularly true for projects like Celestia, where the unlock represents a significant percentage of the circulating supply. Investors are advised to keep a close eye on market developments and avoid making impulsive decisions driven by fear of missing out.
October 2024 was expected to be a month of gains, but the market is now showing signs of distress. With token unlocks already underway and more to come, the increased supply of Sui, Celestia, and Aptos tokens could drive further price corrections. As the crypto market remains on edge, it’s important for investors to remain informed and cautious, especially as Bitcoin and other leading cryptocurrencies struggle to regain their footing.
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Source: ICO Gem Hunters
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