FTX and Alameda Research resumed their regular token movements this week. They removed the stake of 194,861 SOL valued at approximately $25.5 million. The activity, detected by Lookonchain and supported by data from Arkham Intelligence, follows the same monthly pattern as the bankruptcy estate. This has held true throughout 2025. The move immediately caught the market’s attention, as Solana’s price action often reacts quickly to large property-linked transfers. Still, this month’s breakout appears consistent with previous cycles rather than a sign of sudden selling pressure.
A routine unlock, but still a big number
According to Lookonchain, the dispute occurred about three hours before the announcement. The Arkham board confirmed the transfer of an Alameda-linked staking account to the broader FTX bankruptcy structure. The estate has been unlocking SOL on a monthly basis as part of its controlled liquidation process. These stake positions were originally built during the early days of Solana. When Alameda played a huge role in validating and supporting the ecosystem.
FTX/Alameda has just withdrawn its 194,861 bet $SOL($25.5 million) 3 hours ago.
FTX/Alameda Unlocks $SOL once a month. pic.twitter.com/5wxw7TcQsy— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) December 11, 2025
Although it is something routine, the size is still surprising. It is difficult for the market to ignore almost 195,000 SOL in a single lot. Especially during a week where liquidity for major tokens has been tighter. However, there is no evidence that the tokens have moved to exchanges or OTC desks. For now, the removal of the bet is simply a technical step, not a confirmed sale.
Bankruptcy asset movements remain under scrutiny
Since the FTX collapse, equity token movements have become a recurring story in the crypto markets. Traders follow Solana’s movements with particular attention because SOL remains one of the largest and most valuable holdings in the estate. Arkham data shows that the estate still controls more than $621 million across multiple chains, spread across more than 12,600 identified addresses.
Most of the small entries and exits from the estate this week were routine. Including small ETH transactions from MEV builders and other automated actors. The broader question: How much of these assets will ultimately be sold? still no response. So far, however, the farm has opted for a measured approach. Monthly unlocks, slow conversions, and structured sales have kept market disruption to a minimum.
What this means for Solana
Solana traders have become more relaxed regarding FTX-related moves compared to last year. Network growth, new sources of liquidity and stronger institutional activity help soften the impact of high net worth actions. Still, each unlock reminds the market that FTX-tied supply continues to flow, even if gradually. Currently, this latest bet follows the same pattern: predictable, stable and carefully managed. But the next batch is expected in January. The market will likely continue to watch these moves as Solana closes out a volatile year.
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