Seven large-cap tokens — SUI, AVAX, NEAR, INJ, TIA, IMX and AXS — have passed through complete VC vesting, with all early-investor allocations now fully unlocked according to Cryptorank data. The milestone removes a structural overhang that has historically weighed on token prices during the post-launch distribution phase.
Why it matters
VC unlock schedules are a recurring pressure point for newly launched tokens. Large tranches hitting the open market create sell-side supply that can compress price action independent of fundamental demand. Tokens that have cleared the full schedule trade without that overhang, shifting the analytical lens from dilution risk to organic supply-demand dynamics.
Market impact
APT and JTO are not yet fully vested. Both have unlocked the majority of their VC allocations, but final tranches remain — APT on September 12, 2026, and JTO on December 7, 2026. These dates will likely anchor short-term positioning around both tokens as the supply events approach, even as broader sentiment follows organic demand signals rather than mechanical unlock flows for the seven tokens that have already cleared.
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Frequently asked questions
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Which large-cap tokens have fully cleared VC vesting?
According to Cryptorank, SUI, AVAX, NEAR, INJ, TIA, IMX and AXS have passed through complete VC vesting cycles, with all early-investor allocations now fully unlocked.
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Why does full VC vesting matter for token prices?
VC unlock schedules release large tranches of tokens to early investors, creating sell-side supply that can pressure price action. Once fully vested, that mechanical overhang is removed and prices reflect organic supply-demand.
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When are APT and JTO final VC unlocks?
APT has its final unlock scheduled for September 12, 2026, and JTO is set for December 7, 2026. Both have already unlocked the majority of their VC allocations.
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Do fully vested tokens typically outperform?
The historical pattern varies, but removing the scheduled dilution risk shifts the analytical lens toward fundamentals and organic demand rather than mechanical supply events.
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Where does the unlock data come from?
The data on large-cap tokens that have completed VC vesting is published by Cryptorank, with final unlock dates tracked through their token-unlock calendar.
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