NEAR Intents is a revolutionary transaction framework that bridges AI and blockchain technology, allowing users and AI agents to execute complex transactions across multiple blockchains seamlessly. Launched in beta in November 2024, it simplifies the traditionally complex DeFi experience by letting users express what they want to accomplish, while the system figures out how to execute it efficiently. Learn more at https://near.org/intents.
Please Note - the Intent Protocol is currently in beta and under active development by Near. As such, this dashboard should also be considered beta and subject to continuing changes and improvements.
What Are Intents?
Intents represent a user's desired outcome rather than the specific steps to achieve it. Instead of manually navigating different chains and protocols, users simply declare what they want to accomplish - like trading one asset for another.
How It Works
NEAR Intents operates through:
A decentralized network of "solvers" that find the best way to execute transactions
Chain abstraction technology that eliminates the need for traditional bridges
An intent-based model that sources liquidity from multiple sources (DeFi, CeFi, and off-chain)
Key Features
The system enables seamless trading of any asset across any blockchain through:
Unified liquidity access across all chains
No requirement for bridging or wrapping assets
Support for both simple swaps and complex DeFi operations
Integration with AI agents for automated trading and optimization
This architecture allows for better pricing and reduced risks compared to traditional cross-chain solutions, while maintaining security and reliability. The platform supports not just token transfers, but also account-level operations, including the management of various digital assets like NFTs and Soulbound Tokens