The head of the Raydium team believes that most new assets will be created on Solana.
We want Raydium to play a central role in that process
he said.
The decentralized exchange Raydium in the Solana ecosystem has announced it will launch its new token creation platform—LaunchLab—within the next week. It’s designed to address some of the key issues users face with the currently most popular launchpad platform: Pump.fun.
The new LaunchLab platform will allow users to customize the bonding curve and tokenomics, while also offering a simplified default configuration for beginners.
Until now, Raydium operated solely as an automated market maker and DEX on Solana. Meanwhile, Pump.fun gained massive popularity due to its easy and fast token launch process.
Previously, when tokens on Pump.fun reached a certain market cap, they would “graduate” and transition to Raydium for broader trading. But last week, Pump.fun broke away from Raydium and began graduating tokens directly to its own DEX — PumpSwap.
Let the Competition Begin
Tom (pseudonym), Raydium’s team lead, told Decrypt he had an “internal feeling” that Pump.fun would make such a move, and had been preparing for months by developing a competing platform — LaunchLab.
The program we built offers a lot of flexibility for token creators
said Tom.
I truly believe that in the future, most assets will be issued on Solana, and we want Raydium to play a key role in that process.
What Will LaunchLab Offer?
LaunchLab will offer a wide range of parameters that users can configure when creating a token, including:
- Total token supply
- Vesting schedule
- Choice of liquidity pool
- Bonding curve setup — a function that generates liquidity before the token hits the open market
Raydium is even experimenting with a feature allowing users to visually manipulate the curve by dragging X and Y axes, which would affect various token behaviors. According to Tom, this would demonstrate the tool’s power, but it’s unclear whether this feature will be live at launch.
Comparison with Pump.fun
Pump.fun only allows visual modifications, while tokenomics and the bonding curve remain the same for all tokens. That simplicity is partly an advantage—traders know exactly what they’re buying.
However, Raydium believes it’s time for evolution. Tom says many AI-related projects they’ve spoken with over the past year initially launch tokens on Pump.fun, but later realize they lack the flexibility and funding needed to reach their goals.
What Do Token Creators Say?
Ooli, creator of the AI project “With Daddy Issues,” shared that the lack of control over the token often leads to “a huge wave of momentum that’s hard to sustain” due to lack of capital.
Tom commented that despite Pump.fun’s popularity, it’s a real struggle for projects wanting to launch customized tokens. Over the past year, Raydium has assisted many such teams, accelerating the development of the more flexible LaunchLab.
Raydium’s Vision
Although LaunchLab will offer a lot of freedom in token creation, the interface will be easy to use and reminiscent of Pump.fun, including a default quick-launch mode without advanced settings.
I want teams to take advantage of that flexibility
said Tom.
Successful launches will demonstrate the potential. I want users to make money sustainably, which will lead to more migrations and trading on Solana.
Part of a Larger Ecosystem
LaunchLab will be just the first of several new tools coming from Raydium. The team is still deciding which features to release at launch and which to save for later phases.
Raydium is also in talks with external partners to integrate LaunchLab into their products and build a “liquidity bootstrapping” feature—a kind of presale model.
All products go through phase one: you launch, observe what works. If something doesn’t land, you pull it, rework it, and relaunch.
Tom explained.
When Will LaunchLab Go Live?
Tom confirmed that LaunchLab is ready to launch as early as Wednesday, but he’s waiting to maximize its impact. He guaranteed the platform will go live within the next week.
I can say the fees will be lower, and the idea is for LaunchLab to have a positive long-term impact on the ecosystem.
he concluded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions below.
LaunchLab is a new token creation platform on Solana by Raydium, allowing users to customize bonding curves, tokenomics, vesting schedules, and liquidity options.
Unlike Pump.fun, LaunchLab offers advanced customization options beyond visuals, including control over supply, liquidity pools, and smart vesting mechanics.
According to Raydium’s team lead, LaunchLab is fully ready and will launch within a week, offering lower fees and deeper integration into Solana’s ecosystem.
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, legal or investment advice. Crypto-assets are highly volatile, so only invest funds that you are willing to lose and use your own research and risk management.
