# Supply Related Articles

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Weekly Token Unlocks: ZRO and ZK Unlock Over 3% of Circulating Supply

This week's major token unlocks feature significant releases from LayerZero (ZRO) and ZKsync (ZK), each exceeding 3% of their circulating supply. LayerZero will unlock 25.71 million ZRO tokens, valued at approximately $48.85 million. LayerZero is an omnichain interoperability protocol designed for lightweight cross-chain messaging, offering secure and configurable trustless communication. Concurrently, ZKsync will unlock 173 million ZK tokens, with an approximate value of $3.98 million. Developed by Matter Labs, ZKsync is a Layer 2 scaling solution that utilizes zero-knowledge proofs to maintain the security of the underlying blockchain, with all funds held on-chain and computation executed off-chain. Both projects have provided detailed token release schedules accompanying the announcements.

marsbit02/15 09:11

Weekly Token Unlocks: ZRO and ZK Unlock Over 3% of Circulating Supply

marsbit02/15 09:11

30% of Ethereum Supply Now Locked as Whales Accumulate Amid ETH Price Weakness

Approximately 30% of Ethereum's total supply is now locked in staking contracts, reaching a record high in the proof-of-stake ecosystem. Despite recent ETH price weakness, with values trading below $2,000, staking activity continues to rise, with 36.6 million ETH currently staked. This trend is largely driven by institutional and whale accumulation, effectively reducing liquid supply. The locked supply may constrain immediate selling pressure and could amplify future price movements if demand increases. Analysts note that this structural shift, combined with ongoing accumulation, might set the stage for a new phase in Ethereum’s market cycle despite current price challenges.

bitcoinist02/13 11:01

30% of Ethereum Supply Now Locked as Whales Accumulate Amid ETH Price Weakness

bitcoinist02/13 11:01

High-Tier Ethereum Wallet Addresses Distribute While Retail Investors Step In to Accumulate

Heightened market volatility has kept Ethereum's price below $2,000, leading to a divergence in investor behavior. According to Santiment, high-tier holders (with at least 1,000 ETH) are selling, reducing their collective holdings to below 75% of the total supply after distributing about 1.5% since Christmas. Meanwhile, retail and low-tier investors (holding less than 1 ETH) are accumulating, pushing their collective stash to a record 2.3% of the supply. Mid-tier investors (1–1,000 ETH) are also buying, reaching over 23% ownership for the first time since July 2025. Additionally, Ethereum staking demand is at an all-time high, with a queue of 4.1 million ETH and a 71-day waiting period, indicating strong long-term conviction rather than short-term speculation.

bitcoinist02/13 01:02

High-Tier Ethereum Wallet Addresses Distribute While Retail Investors Step In to Accumulate

bitcoinist02/13 01:02

Ethereum Exchange Balances Collapse To Levels Not Seen Since 2016 – Here’s What To Know

Ethereum exchange balances have plummeted to levels not seen since 2016, signaling a major shift in investor behavior. Despite recent price volatility, ETH has held above $2,000 as large amounts are being withdrawn from exchanges. This indicates investors are moving their holdings into long-term storage, staking, or self-custody rather than keeping them available for immediate sale. The significant reduction in exchange supply suggests decreased selling pressure and a stronger conviction in ETH's long-term prospects compared to Bitcoin. Additionally, institutional accumulation continues, with companies like Bitmine making substantial purchases, buying over $83 million worth of ETH in a single week. If this trend persists and demand returns, the limited available supply could lead to rapid price discovery.

bitcoinist02/11 01:02

Ethereum Exchange Balances Collapse To Levels Not Seen Since 2016 – Here’s What To Know

bitcoinist02/11 01:02

Are Bitcoin Ownership Dynamics Shifting? Short-Term BTC Holders Share Sees Steady Shrinking

Despite Bitcoin reclaiming the $70,000 level, short-term holders remain bearish and are reducing their exposure by selling holdings amid ongoing price pressure. On-chain data shows a steady decline in supply held by short-term investors, indicating a shift toward conviction-driven behavior rather than speculative trading. This trend reflects weakening marginal demand and resembles patterns seen in previous bear markets. Meanwhile, long-term holders are also beginning to face pressure as the correction deepens, with key cohort cost bases being tested. The reaction of long-term holders may play a critical role in determining Bitcoin’s next price movement.

bitcoinist02/09 23:02

Are Bitcoin Ownership Dynamics Shifting? Short-Term BTC Holders Share Sees Steady Shrinking

bitcoinist02/09 23:02

BitMine builds massive Ethereum treasury as ETH price struggles to recover

Amid Ethereum's ongoing price struggles, BitMine Immersion Technologies has aggressively accumulated ETH, now holding approximately 4.33 million ETH—about 3.6% of the total supply—making it the largest publicly disclosed corporate holder. Over the past 30 days alone, the company added over 180,000 ETH, valuing its position at over $9 billion at current prices near $2,100. Despite ETH being down more than 60% from its 2025 highs, BitMine has continued buying, with about two-thirds of its holdings staked, generating yield. This significant concentration of supply introduces a new dynamic to Ethereum's market structure, though it has not yet translated into broader price recovery.

ambcrypto02/09 22:31

BitMine builds massive Ethereum treasury as ETH price struggles to recover

ambcrypto02/09 22:31

Story Protocol Delays Token Unlock to August as Team Focuses on Long-Term Growth

Story Protocol, a project focused on tokenizing media and creative content, has delayed its first major token unlock by six months to August. According to co-founder S.Y. Lee, the move prevents insiders from selling tokens and gives the project more time to build real usage before new supply enters the market. Lee addressed investor concerns over the network’s current lack of fee revenue, explaining that Story is not a typical trading platform. Instead, it aims to generate revenue through business licensing agreements, particularly with AI companies, by providing legally compliant data such as voice, video, and human-made content. The decision to postpone the token unlock is intended to avoid selling pressure and allow more time to develop data markets and attract AI firms. Lee cited Worldcoin’s similar strategy as a positive precedent.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 11:41

Story Protocol Delays Token Unlock to August as Team Focuses on Long-Term Growth

TheNewsCrypto02/09 11:41

Ethereum supply falls to 2016 levels – Is ETH’s market unstable?

Ethereum's supply on exchanges has dropped to levels last seen in 2016, with only around 16 million ETH available, raising concerns about market instability. This liquidity decline coincides with high-profile losses, such as Trend Research's $750 million loss from unwinding a $2.6 billion leveraged long position. Despite the sell-off, some entities like Bitmine and the Infini exploiter have bought significant amounts of ETH. Currently trading at $2,077, ETH is down 37% from recent highs, with bearish momentum dominating and elevated selling volume. The thin liquidity could lead to aggressive price movements if large flows continue.

ambcrypto02/09 09:02

Ethereum supply falls to 2016 levels – Is ETH’s market unstable?

ambcrypto02/09 09:02

Weekly Token Unlocks: STRK Unlock Accounts for Approximately 4.6% of Circulating Supply

This week's major token unlocks feature significant releases from Starknet and Kamino. **Starknet (STRK)** * **Unlocked Amount:** 127 million STRK * **Value:** ~$6.34 million USD * **Details:** Starknet is an Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution utilizing zk-STARKs technology to enable faster and cheaper transactions. This unlock represents approximately 4.6% of its circulating supply. **Kamino (KMNO)** * **Unlocked Amount:** 12.5 million KMNO * **Value:** ~$13.63 million USD * **Details:** Kamino is an automated liquidity protocol built on the Concentrated Liquidity Market Maker (CLMM) mechanism, designed to improve capital efficiency for liquidity providers. It was incubated by Hubble Protocol. Both projects have provided their respective token release schedules.

marsbit02/07 12:39

Weekly Token Unlocks: STRK Unlock Accounts for Approximately 4.6% of Circulating Supply

marsbit02/07 12:39

Bitcoin’s Biggest Holders Pull Back, Control 68% Of Supply

Reports indicate a significant shift in Bitcoin ownership, with large holders (wallets containing 10 to 10,000 BTC) reducing their collective share of the supply to a nine-month low of approximately 68%. This group sold off around 81,068 BTC over an eight-day period. Conversely, smaller retail investors, or "shrimp" wallets holding under 0.1 BTC, increased their holdings to the highest level since mid-2024. This redistribution, occurring as Bitcoin's price dropped to the low $60,000s, has led to thinner liquidity and heightened market volatility. The overall crypto market sentiment has plunged to "extreme fear," a level not seen since 2022, influenced by broader risk-off moves in traditional markets.

bitcoinist02/07 06:01

Bitcoin’s Biggest Holders Pull Back, Control 68% Of Supply