Pump.fun protocol
Overview
Pump.fun is a protocol on Solana for creating and trading memecoins with a fair launch mechanism. It uses a bonding curve to facilitate instant liquidity for newly created tokens. The platform gained attention for enabling rapid token creation and trading. Since March 2025, tokens that complete their bonding curve graduate to Pump.fun's own PumpSwap AMM (previously Raydium), and Pump.fun ran an ICO for its PUMP token in July 2025 (as of 2026-07-15).
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Pump.fun connects to 6 tracked entities, most strongly to Solana, Pump.fun Launch, Raydium.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 5 of 6 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
deployed_on | Solana | 95% |
launched | Pump.fun Launch | 90% |
integrates | Raydium | 85% |
launched | PumpSwap | 85% |
founded_by | Alon Cohen | 85% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pump.fun?
Pump.fun is a decentralized platform on Solana that allows users to create memecoins instantly and trade them via a bonding curve, often used for fair launches.
How does the bonding curve work on Pump.fun?
The bonding curve sets token prices based on supply; as more tokens are bought, the price increases, providing automatic liquidity without a traditional order book.
What are the risks of using Pump.fun?
Risks include high volatility, potential for rug pulls, and the speculative nature of memecoins. The platform itself does not guarantee token value or security.
What is Pump.fun connected to?
In the DeFi Intel knowledge graph, Pump.fun is linked to 6 other tracked entities, most strongly to Solana, Pump.fun Launch, Raydium.
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