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HyperLabs' $589M HYPE token unlock may trigger market volatility before Fed meeting.

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19 Aug 2026, 15:45 WIB
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HyperLabs' $589M HYPE token unlock may trigger market volatility before Fed meeting.

HyperLabs is unlocking 9.92 million HYPE tokens worth about $589 million by September 6, with 433,025 tokens ($23.46M) already deposited on exchanges. This large token release is largely mechanical due to tax liabilities forcing immediate sales, despite the Hyper Foundation burning some tokens to reduce supply. Experts warn that combined with high leverage on platforms like Hyperliquid, this could cause significant market volatility ahead of the Federal Reserve's September 15-16 meeting. Market activity is subdued as traders remain cautious, with Bitcoin struggling below $65,000 amid unwinding open interest and upcoming economic events increasing uncertainty.

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