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Token Unlock
A scheduled release of locked or vested tokens that increases the circulating supply of a cryptocurrency. Token unlocks are defined in a project's tokenomics and typically affect team allocations, investor shares, and ecosystem funds. Large unlocks can create significant sell pressure as newly unlocked holders take profits. Tracking unlock schedules (via tools like Token Unlocks or CoinGecko) is essential for understanding potential supply-side price impacts.
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