Crypto analyst The DeFi Investor has outlined a comprehensive watchlist for the upcoming week, highlighting key events that could significantly impact market volatility. The analyst's focus includes critical dates, token unlocks, governance votes, airdrops, and macroeconomic developments that are poised to influence various crypto projects.
Upcoming Events and Token Unlocks
A significant announcement is anticipated next week concerning Pendle Finance (PENDLE). This announcement is expected to detail the protocol's roadmap or introduce a new product development phase.
In the Optimism (OP) ecosystem, a crucial proposal regarding the initiation of OP token buybacks is set to begin its voting process on January 22nd. This development could have implications for the token's supply and price dynamics.
Another critical event highlighted by the analyst involves Ondo Finance (ONDO). Early tomorrow morning, a substantial unlock of $736 million worth of ONDO tokens is scheduled. This unlock represents approximately 61% of the circulating supply, which could lead to increased selling pressure or market fluctuations.
Macroeconomic and Project-Specific Developments
For Bitcoin (BTC), attention is directed towards January 20th. This date is being closely watched as it may mark the US Supreme Court's announcement of a decision related to Donald Trump's tariffs. Such a decision could have broader economic implications affecting the cryptocurrency market.
Jupiter (JUP), a prominent project within the Solana ecosystem, is generating considerable interest among investors due to its upcoming "Jupuary" airdrop, which is expected to occur this month. Airdrops often lead to increased trading activity and community engagement.
The Token Generation Event (TGE) for SummerFi (SUMR) has been officially announced for January 21st. On the same day, the data and analytics platform Nansen plans to launch its Points Season 3, a development that could attract user activity and attention to its services.
Additionally, Zama's public token auction is slated to commence on January 21st. Concurrently, ZKsync (ZK) is expected to unveil its roadmap for 2026 on January 20th, providing insights into the project's future development and strategic direction.