#加密生态动态追踪 Token Unlock Wave Hits This Week, Market Volatility May Rise

There is an event you must pay attention to—several major projects' tokens are about to undergo concentrated unlocking. In simple terms, a large amount of previously frozen tokens will re-enter the circulating market.

The timeline looks roughly like this: $STRK and $SEI will begin unlocking today, followed closely by $ARB tomorrow (December 16), and $ZRO will have to wait another week until December 20.

This kind of scenario usually isn't a good sign. Imagine thousands of new tokens flooding into the market suddenly, accompanied by increased selling pressure, which significantly raises the probability of short-term price declines. Just look at $STRK's recent performance—you’ll understand—once the unlocking expectation was announced, the price couldn't hold up and dropped quite noticeably.

How to respond? It depends on two situations:

**Investors already holding these tokens:** Keep a close watch on the charts in the coming days. Honestly ask yourself—can your positions withstand possible volatility? If not, don't wait—stop loss now. The overall environment for altcoins is quite tense right now, with risk appetite clearly decreasing, making it easier to be shaken out.

**Those looking to buy the dip:** My advice is to be patient. Wait until the unlocking event actually happens, observe how the market absorbs this wave of selling pressure, and then see if there's a real opportunity. The best entry points are often hidden after moments of panic.

Essentially, large-scale unlocks are predictable events; they cause significant short-term shocks but have limited long-term impact. Instead of being driven by news, it’s better to focus on the project's long-term logic and fundamentals. The market never lacks opportunities; what’s often missing is patience.