FLR Price Lags as FIP.16 Cuts Inflation, Targets MEV

Flare’s planned tokenomics upgrade, FIP.16, is drawing attention, but FLR Price Lags despite improving fundamentals. The proposal aims to reduce FLR inflation and redirect MEV (miner/maximal extractable value) toward value accrual, in hopes of easing long-term sell pressure while strengthening how network-generated value benefits token holders. While TVL is reported to be growing, the market has not yet delivered strong price follow-through. Traders are watching for whether the inflation and MEV mechanics can translate into tighter effective supply and steadier demand after rollout. The article also notes exchange friction: Bithumb paused deposits and withdrawals for a network upgrade, which can distort short-term flows and sentiment. On-chain narrative support includes Flare’s continued focus on XRP ecosystem integrations, keeping FLR tied to broader DeFi and XRP-related activity. Technically, FLR saw a short-term rebound after falling toward $0.00728 (April 7) and failing to break support near $0.00735. Higher lows and higher highs formed on the 4-hour chart, but FLR is now testing resistance around $0.00765–$0.00770. A breakout could move price toward $0.00793 and $0.00800; rejection may push it back to $0.00750 and then $0.00735. Bottom line for traders: FLR Price Lags now, even as FIP.16 attempts to improve inflation control and MEV capture. Expect volatility around resistance as the market waits to confirm whether tokenomics changes can drive actual price support.