This week, the altcoin market is experiencing significant shifts as plans to release approximately $328 million worth of tokens into circulation emerge. This action may lead to short-term price volatility according to experts. The methods used for this token distribution include both collective (cliff) and gradual (linear) releases. Collective unlocks, which involve simultaneous releases of large amounts of previously locked tokens on specific dates, are implemented by projects like Aptos, Saga, Axie Infinity, Move, and Tensor. For instance, Aptos plans to release 11.31 million tokens worth around $49.76 million in the current market value. The total market value of this project’s circulating tokens is approximately $604.79 million. Notably, Saga’s planned unlock, releasing 133.33 million tokens valued at $33.5 million, presents a significant increase in supply that may disrupt short-term supply-demand dynamics and potentially exert downward pressure on prices. Gradual unlocks, which release tokens over time in smaller quantities, are favored by projects like Solana. Solana’s plans to release 465,77 thousand tokens valued just below $50 million illustrate a gradual approach. Other projects adopting this strategy include Worldcoin, Celestia, and Dogecoin. Combined, these releases may reach $57 million. While the impact of gradual unlocks may be less immediate than those in collective unlocks, they can still create medium-term price pressure. Experts warn that the release process is a potential source of short-term volatility for traders. Despite the overall decline in the altcoin market, technical indicators like the RSI suggest a possible price reversal. Long-term investors are optimistic based on this and are seeing these developments as opportunities to enter the market with caution.