{"id":"glider","title":"Glider","content":"**Glider** is a [decentralized finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/defi) (DeFi) platform built on the [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) blockchain that provides automated, non-custodial portfolio management for on-chain assets. The platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) to execute investment strategies and offers users gas-free transactions for portfolio-related activities. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n[YOUTUBE@VID](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iV1LqfPqXzc)\n\n## Overview\n\nGlider aims to simplify the on-chain investment process by creating a unified layer for managing crypto assets across multiple protocols and [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). The platform's core function is to automate complex investment strategies, such as portfolio rebalancing, asset allocation, and yield farming, removing the need for users to manually interact with fragmented DeFi ecosystems, use bridges, or pay individual transaction fees. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\nThe project's value proposition is centered on providing an \"autopilot\" experience for crypto asset management. It is designed to react to market changes in real time, using market signals to adjust portfolio allocations and capture yield opportunities dynamically. The platform is marketed with the slogan \"Portfolio meets automation\" and the tagline \"Your crypto assets on autopilot.\" [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR)​\n\nGlider is non-custodial, meaning users retain full control and ownership of their funds. This is achieved through an infrastructure that utilizes session keys and smart wallets. The platform also focuses on providing efficient trade execution by aggregating liquidity from various sources. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR)​\n\n## History\n\nGlider's public-facing presence began in February 2024 with the creation of its official X (formerly Twitter) account. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\nIn late 2025, the project saw a series of significant announcements and endorsements. On December 11, 2025, Glider announced the integration of the `nBASIS` token into its portfolios, allowing users to automatically earn yield, which was advertised at 16% at the time. The yield mechanism was described as being derived from pricing discrepancies in crypto markets, supported by U.S. Treasuries. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\nTwo days later, on December 13, 2025, the official X account for [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) publicly promoted Glider. In a post, the [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) account stated, \"JUST IN:  is a new AI-driven investing app built on [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana), executing strategies without gas fees and fully automated.\" This endorsement highlighted Glider's position within the [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) ecosystem. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\nOn December 15, 2025, Glider began teasing the launch of a new portfolio option, with a full reveal planned for three days later, on or around December 18, 2025. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n## Technology and Features\n\nGlider's platform is built around several key technological features designed to automate and simplify on-chain investing. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n### Core Architecture and Security\n\nGlider operates on the [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) blockchain but is also designed with multi-chain functionality, enabling dynamic asset allocation across different networks without requiring users to perform manual bridging. The platform's architecture is non-custodial. It employs session keys and smart wallets to allow the protocol to execute transactions on behalf of the user while ensuring the user remains the sole owner of their assets. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR)​\n\n### AI-Driven Portfolio Management\n\nA central feature of Glider is its use of AI to power its investment strategies. These automated portfolios are designed to react to real-time market signals to shift allocations and optimize for performance. The platform includes an automated rebalancing feature, which allows users to set custom intervals for the system to maintain their desired asset allocation. Glider's website also states that the platform has \"predictive capabilities\" intended to provide users an advantage in volatile market conditions. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n### Gas-Free Transactions\n\nA key distinguishing feature of Glider is that it offers gas-free transactions for users. This means that when the platform executes trades, rebalances the portfolio, or performs other automated actions, the user does not have to pay the associated on-chain transaction fees (gas). This feature is highlighted in the project's official slogan on its X profile: \"Automated, gas-free portfolios for everything onchain.\" [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n### DeFi Integration and Yield\n\nGlider integrates with other DeFi protocols to generate yield for its users' portfolios automatically. One documented example is the integration of the `nBASIS` token from Nest Basis (a project by [Plume](https://iq.wiki/wiki/plume)). By holding `nBASIS` within a Glider portfolio, users could access an advertised yield of 16% automatically, with the platform managing the underlying process. This integration capability allows Glider to source yield from various opportunities across the DeFi landscape. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n### Liquidity and Execution\n\nTo ensure efficient trading within its automated strategies, Glider aggregates liquidity from multiple sources. This approach is intended to provide the \"best execution\" for trades by accessing deep and continuously expanding liquidity pools. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR)​\n\n## Funding and Backers\n\nGlider has received backing from a number of venture capital firms and strategic partners within the cryptocurrency industry. While specific funding amounts have not been publicly disclosed, the project lists its supporters on its official website and social media. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\n### Venture Capital\n\nThe following venture capital firms are listed as backers of Glider:\n\n* a16z crypto (Andreessen Horowitz)\n* Anagram\n* First Commit\n* Generative Ventures\n* GSR\n* Pivot Global\n* Selini\n* [Coinbase](https://iq.wiki/wiki/coinbase) [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)\n\n### Strategic and Ecosystem Partners\n\nIn addition to venture capital, Glider is supported by several strategic and ecosystem partners, including:\n\n* [Base](https://iq.wiki/wiki/base) Ecosystem Fund\n* [MoonPay](https://iq.wiki/wiki/moonpay)\n* [Uniswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/uniswap) [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-K7f4EVU3Q03aGoYR) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)\n\n## Partnerships\n\nGlider has established several key relationships within the blockchain ecosystem to support its platform and growth.\n\nIts most prominent relationship is with the Solana foundation and ecosystem. Glider is built on the [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) blockchain, and its development has been publicly supported by [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana)'s official channels, indicating a strong technical and marketing alignment. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​\n\nGlider also collaborates with other DeFi projects to expand its offerings. A noted partnership is with **Nest Basis** (part of [Plume](https://iq.wiki/wiki/plume)), which enabled the integration of the `nBASIS` yield-bearing token into Glider's automated portfolios. This type of partnership allows Glider to act as an aggregator, offering users simplified access to complex yield products from across the DeFi space. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-XczXRWyWlLNHw30X)​","summary":"Glider is an AI-driven, non-custodial DeFi platform on Solana for automated on-chain portfolio management. 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