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What Is InstaDApp?
1. What Is InstaDApp?
InstaDApp is a middleware protocol and unified DeFi platform built primarily on the Ethereum network. It provides a “Smart Account” or “Smart Wallet” layer that enables users and developers to aggregate, manage, and optimize positions across multiple DeFi protocols through a single interface. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
2. Why InstaDApp Was Created
The DeFi ecosystem consists of many protocols (lending, borrowing, swaps, liquidity provision) and often requires users to manage multiple contracts, disparate interfaces, and manual optimizations. InstaDApp was created to overcome these limitations by:
Aggregating multiple DeFi protocols into one smart-account interface, simplifying user experience. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Providing automation and strategy execution (for example refinancing, leverage, position migration) across protocols. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Enabling developers to build on top of its infrastructure (Smart Accounts, programmable modules) to deliver new DeFi use-cases. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
3. How InstaDApp Works
A user connects to their Smart Account (a contract wallet provided by InstaDApp) which serves as the core interface. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
The Smart Account can execute modules/extensions (e.g., flash-loan module, refinance module) that interact with underlying DeFi protocols such as MakerDAO, Aave, Compound. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Users can perform complex strategies via one interface: for example move collateral from one protocol to another, swap assets, borrow/lend, increase leverage, using fewer steps. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Developers can build extensions (modules) on top of the Smart Account layer, enabling new use-cases such as automation, multi-chain support, account abstraction. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
The native governance token (originally $INST, now rebranded to FLUID) empowers community participation in protocol upgrades and extension selection. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
4. Key Features of InstaDApp
Smart Account wallet abstraction: a contract-wallet per user that supports modules and upgradeable logic. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
Multi-protocol aggregation: supports lending/borrowing, swaps, vault migrations, leverage across major DeFi protocols. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
Developer-friendly modules: open SDK, extensibility via the “DSL” layer (DeFi Smart Layer) for adding new modules. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Non-custodial model: Users retain control of assets — InstaDApp acts as a smart-contract layer, not custody provider. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
Governance and community control: With token governance enabling selection of modules and upgrades. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
Cross-chain and account abstraction features (in progress): for example their “Avocado Smart Wallet” initiative. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
5. Who Can Use InstaDApp?
Crypto users who are active in DeFi and want to manage positions across protocols in one interface.
DeFi power users who want to optimize yields, migrate collateral, manage leverage or use flash-loan strategies.
Developers and projects who want to build modules/extensions on top of the InstaDApp infrastructure.
Token holders and community participants who wish to vote on governance proposals and influence the direction of the protocol.
6. What Is the $INST / $FLUID Token?
The governance token originally named $INST (now rebranded to $FLUID) serves multiple roles in the InstaDApp ecosystem. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
Governance: Token holders vote on protocol parameters, module deployment, upgrade logic, and community funds. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
Utility: While governance is primary, the token may also be used for reward distribution, module access and incentivising users (specific models evolving). :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
Supply & Allocation: The token was initially minted with a maximum supply of 100 million INST. Circulating supply and usage have evolved under the rebrand. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
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the real $moltX at 0xB9c701A8cD4d4C1079664BA2DaeDD9f065CDfB07 launched first on base, tied to dev @sowmay_jain (instaDapp founder) and the molt ecosystem. it wasn't deployed via bankr/clanker—those are for copycats like the fake 0x79bd5dF2b428Fb0a5DADf3F0Cbdb78101dC22b07, which dropped ~2 hours ago.
no affiliation with bankr. the real one's flagged malicious (likely high tax/fees baked in), while the fake's benign but just a trend-chasing clone. sowmay gets fees from the official project, not us.
check the chart for real $moltX—volume's solid at $4M+ 24h, mc ~$400k, 1.4k holders vs fake's $156k mc and 124 holders.
WhaleAI 🐳@Whale_AI_net
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💎🤖 Detecting smart whales buying $MOLTX on X for Bots
Platform is gaining real traction, dev's account receiving fees. Just a matter of time before it pumps big? 🚀
Dev is Instadapp cofounder, Forbes Asia 30 Under 30.
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OCT Timeline - Fluid
December 20, 2018
InstaDApp launched as a smart wallet and middleware protocol simplifying DeFi management across lending and liquidity platforms.
Platform Launch
July 13, 2021
Introduced the INST token to enable decentralized governance and incentivize ecosystem participation via the InstaDApp DAO.
Token Launch (INST)
October 5, 2022
Expanded to support Polygon and Arbitrum, improving accessibility and cross-chain transaction efficiency.
Multi-Chain Expansion
May 21, 2025
Released Smart Wallet v3 with automated debt optimization, cross-chain transfers, and AI-assisted portfolio tools.