Crypto unlocks hit $300M as FTN APT vesting events trigger liquidity fears

The FTN APT unlock is at the center of a $300 million wave of scheduled token releases hitting the crypto market this week, raising concerns over short-term selling pressure and liquidity shifts. Data from Tokenomist shows Fasttoken (FTN) and Aptos (APT) leading the one-time unlocks, with nine major projects and multiple daily linear releases set to expand circulating supply across top altcoins.

Fasttoken (FTN) heads the list of single unlocks, with 20 million FTN worth $91.80 million entering the market accounting for 2.13% of the total supply scheduled for release. The FTN APT unlock also includes Aptos (APT), which will see 11.31 million tokens valued at $53.72 million released, representing 2.25% of the week’s total unlock supply.

“These releases are part of long-term vesting schedules, but the market impact can be immediate,” — Sara Malik, senior analyst at ChainMetrics. “For traders, the FNT APT unlock is a clear signal to watch liquidity shifts closely.”

Arbitrum (ARB) follows with 92.65 million tokens worth $43.91 million, representing 2.08% of its circulating supply. Avalanche (AVAX) adds 1.67 million tokens worth $40.15 million. Starknet (STRK) and SEI contribute 127 million and 55.56 million tokens respectively, while Solayer, zkSync, and Cyber complete the top-tier single unlocks.

Linear daily unlocks expand circulating supply

Alongside single releases, a wave of linear unlocks will steadily inject liquidity into the market. Solana (SOL) leads this group with 465,770 tokens worth $93.18 million entering circulation gradually. This ongoing release affects 0.09% of its total supply.

Trump Token will add 4.89 million tokens valued at $45.92 million, impacting 2.45% of circulation. Worldcoin (WLD) follows with 37.23 million tokens worth $40.50 million in daily unlocks.

The FTN APT unlock context is also shaped by Avalanche’s dual participation, 700,000 AVAX worth $16.86 million is being added via linear schedules, alongside its single unlock category presence. Other notable projects in this bracket include Dogecoin (95.49 million DOGE worth $22.09 million), Celestia (TIA), Bittensor (TAO), and Sui (SUI).

“Linear unlocks can create a sustained drip of selling pressure compared to a one-off flood,” — James Porter, head of tokenomics at CryptoData Insights. “Investors should understand how the FTN APT unlock combines both styles of distribution in this cycle.”

Small-cap projects also in unlock phase

Several smaller-cap tokens are progressing through their vesting schedules, albeit with lower dollar values. Redacted (RDAC) leads in percentage terms with 17.02% unlock progress and a scheduled release of 22.39 million tokens. Dappad (APPA) has reached 57.35% unlock progress, while GameGPT (DUEL) sits at 64.02%.

Boba Network (BOBA) has completed 91% of its unlock schedule, with 22.5 million tokens due in the next tranche. Mar3 AI (MAR3) and TRIO are also advancing through their vesting timelines.

While these smaller releases are unlikely to cause broad market ripples, they can significantly impact liquidity and volatility in their respective trading pairs which is a dynamic that mirrors the larger pressures from the FTN APT unlock events.

Market implications for crypto investors

The FTN APT unlock and other major releases raise the possibility of short-term downward pressure on token prices, especially in low-liquidity environments. However, analysts note that not all unlocks translate into immediate selling; some are earmarked for ecosystem development, staking rewards, or strategic partnerships.

Still, the clustering of multiple large unlocks within a short timeframe as is the case this week tends to amplify investor caution.

“The market often prices in big unlocks early,” said Malik, “but the FTN APT unlock is notable because it’s happening alongside several other high-value distributions.”

For longer-term investors, these schedules are a reminder to monitor vesting timelines closely, diversify exposure, and adjust positions ahead of known release dates. For traders, volatility spikes during the unlock period can present both risks and opportunities.

This is part of a wider pattern of token distributions set to test market resilience in the coming days. With over $300 million in combined supply entering circulation, the week underscores how vesting schedules remain a critical factor in crypto market dynamics.