Pump.fun launches Mayhem Mode and AI agent to trade meme tokens
Pump.fun has rolled out Mayhem Mode, a new feature that includes an AI agent able to execute buys and sells on the platform for tokens in their first 24 hours after launch. The agent operates directly on Pump.fun, targeting early-stage meme projects and automating positions that many retail users previously placed manually. The company says this will give users faster access to nascent token flows and a more hands-off trading option.
The move could change the rhythm of memecoin launches by increasing immediate liquidity and trading velocity, which can amplify short-term price moves. That creates both opportunity and risk: early adopters may capture spikes, but heightened speed can worsen volatility and raise concerns around front-running and market manipulation. For users considering Mayhem Mode, the platform’s automated approach is a convenience — but it also underscores the importance of risk controls and careful position sizing in fast-moving token markets.