Mantra (OM), a blockchain network focused on real-world asset tokenization, retested its all-time high on Oct. 10, surging 9.2% to reach $1.46.
The altcoinβs market capitalization crossed $1.2 billion, with daily trading volumes around $56 million, predominantly concentrated on Binance and XT.COM. Over the past 30 days, Mantra has risen 42%, outperforming key RWA tokens such as Ondo and Pendle. As of this writing, the token is up over 2400% since the start of 2024.
Strong Investor Demand
OMβs price action has aligned with a rebound in its futures open interest, which has climbed to a multi-month high of $40.06 million. The jump in open interest indicates strong investor demand for the asset.
Mainnet Launch Driving Interest
One of the key factors behind OMβs rally is Mantraβs upcoming mainnet launch, set for later this month. This event has sparked increased community interest in the project. Developers believe the mainnet will solidify Mantraβs position as a key platform for developers in the rapidly growing RWA tokenization space.
Tokenomics Update Proposal
Adding to the momentum is a recent proposal by Mantra DAO to update its tokenomics. The proposal includes adjustments to token allocations, vesting periods for team members and early investors, a fixed inflation rate, and staking rewards. It also features community-driven incentives like the βGenDropβ airdrop and enhanced staking rewards, all of which have been well-received as the mainnet launch nears.
Growing Interest in Real World Assets
OMβs uptick in price also comes amid a broader surge in interest for Real World Assets, which now make up 4% of Total Value Locked in the DeFi sector, up from 1.77% last year.
Upcoming Airdrop
An upcoming airdrop will distribute 50 million OM tokens to ATOM stakers on the Mantra node, participants in the Mantra Zone competition, and select NFT holders, further fueling excitement around the project.
Get ready for the 50M $OM GenDropβit’s almost here! Eligible participants include $ATOM Stakers on the Mantra node, Mantra Zone Participants, and NFT Holders.
Technical Analysis
According to one trader, OM was trading within an upward channel backed by steady bullish momentum and consistent higher lows. If the momentum continues, the altcoin could make a run towards the 1.7532 USDT mark.
Technical indicators for the altcoin paint a bullish picture. On the daily chart, the 50-day EMA has moved above the 100-day EMA, a typical signal of upward momentum. Additionally, the short-term EMA is also beginning to point upward, reinforcing the potential for further gains.
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) has sustained above the overbought level of 70 since Oct. 4, while the Average Directional Index (ADX), which measures trend strength, has risen to 41βindicating a solid upward trend.
Meanwhile, a strong upward move from BTC could also be beneficial for OM in the short term and could help propel the price towards new highs. Community sentiment around OM was highly bullish at the time of writing, with 81% of 1,779 votes expecting the altcoin to rise further.
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