Lock Up Period
crypto · noun
A Lock Up Period is a timeframe during which investors, employees, or stakeholders are prohibited from selling or transferring their tokens or shares.
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crypto · noun
A Lock Up Period is a timeframe during which investors, employees, or stakeholders are prohibited from selling or transferring their tokens or shares.
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