最近話題になった世界的な暗号資産取引所Kraken（クラーケン）での新たな動き、エコシステム内での進化、そしてPi Networkが目指すWeb3の未来に至るまで、ビジネスパーソンであるあなたが知っておくべきポイントを分かりやすく解説します。さらに、コミュニティで囁かれるCoinbase（コインベース）への上場の可能性について深掘りしていきます。「なるほど、そういうことか！」という納得感と、「もっと知りたい！」という知的好奇心を満たす旅に、一緒に出かけましょう！
Introduction: What is Pi Network? Why is it attracting attention now?
In this section, we will clearly explain the basic concepts of Pi Network and the reasons why many people are anticipating its potential.
Pi Network is a new type of cryptocurrency project launched in 2019 by a team with PhDs from Stanford University. Its biggest feature is that anyone can easily participate in “mining” through a smartphone app. While traditional cryptocurrency mining like Bitcoin requires high-performance computers and large amounts of electricity, Pi Network has achieved a mobile-friendly design by adopting its own energy-efficient consensus algorithm (said to be based on the Stellar Consensus Protocol), referencing a mechanism called “Proof of Stake”.
Users can earn “Pi Coin” with simple operations such as tapping the app once a day. This is a manifestation of Pi Network’s goal of being a “decentralized digital currency accessible to everyone“. Furthermore, Pi Network is not just a currency issuance project; it aims to build its own ecosystem where goods and services can be traded using Pi Coin in the future, with the goal of becoming a currency with practical value. The approach of increasing its value through the power of a large community with many users is also one of the reasons it is attracting attention.
However, it is important to understand that Pi Network is currently still in the development phase, and there are various opinions regarding the value and future potential of Pi Coin. It is crucial to always check official project information and reliable sources.
Latest Developments Regarding Pi Network: Kraken, Mapping in China, Evolution of Zapto
The environment surrounding Pi Network is changing daily. Here, we will provide the latest information you should keep in mind, such as new developments at the global exchange Kraken, reports from the community, and the evolution of apps within the ecosystem. Let’s look together at how these news items might affect Pi Network.
Launch of Pi Network (PI) Futures Trading on Kraken and Its Meaning
Around May 23, 2025, news was reported that Kraken, one of the world’s most famous cryptocurrency exchanges, launched “Perpetual Futures” trading for Pi Network (PI). This could be considered a significant step for Pi Network.
What is important to note here is that this is not “spot trading”. “Spot trading” is the actual buying and selling of Pi Coin itself, whereas “futures trading” is a contract (a type of derivative transaction) that promises to buy or sell at a specific price in the future. Therefore, it is accurate to understand that Pi Coin itself is not directly tradable on the Kraken platform, but rather that a financial product targeting the price fluctuations of Pi Coin has been offered.
So, what is the meaning of the launch of this futures trading?
- Increased Market Recognition: By a major exchange like Kraken handling a financial product named after Pi, the recognition of the Pi Network project itself may further increase.
- Facilitation of Price Discovery: Trading in the futures market reflects market participants’ expectations for future prices, which may help in the formation of a fair price for Pi Coin.
- Potential for Increased Liquidity (Indirect): Although not direct spot trading, increased market interest may lead to expectations of improved liquidity in the spot market in the future.
However, futures trading is a financial product with high price fluctuation risk and does not directly guarantee the progress or value of the Pi Network project itself. It is important to accurately understand that this is “futures trading”.
Another Noteworthy News from Kraken: Tokenized Stock Trading Service
Around the same time as the launch of Pi Network futures trading, Kraken made another interesting announcement. It is that they plan to launch a tokenized stock trading service for US-listed companies called “xStocks” for users outside the US. This will include stocks of famous companies like Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia, and will be provided based on the Solana blockchain technology.
This news is not directly related to Pi Network. However, the movement to make traditional financial assets like stocks tradable as tokens on the blockchain indicates a major trend of traditional finance and the world of new digital assets merging. In the future, it is possible that digital assets born from projects like Pi Network could connect more seamlessly with the existing financial system in this way.
Progress of Pi Mapping in the Chinese Community
It is reported that new Pi “mapping” has been carried out among Pioneers in the China area. “Mapping”, simply put, is the process of migrating Pi Coin mined by users in the app to a state where it can be actually used on the blockchain.
Although not as large-scale as in November or July 2024, a significant number of mappings were confirmed. If this is true, it can be seen as a sign of increased activity in the Pi ecosystem in the huge Chinese market. However, this information is mainly based on community feedback and may differ from official announcements from the Pi Network core team, so caution is required when handling the information. Newly mapped Pi is said to become available after a 14-day lock-up period (a period during which it cannot be moved or traded) for network stability and security.
Evolution and Expected Role of the Zypto App
Applications aiming for use within the Pi ecosystem are also continuing to evolve. Zypto functions as a third-party wallet (like a purse for storing and managing Pi Coin) and is reported to be aiming to enable users to directly exchange Pi Coin on the platform or use it for purchasing goods and services in the future.
If this is realized, it may open up a path for easier utilization of Pi Coin without going through traditional banks or centralized exchanges. Although the background information mentioned “completely bypassing”, it is likely still in the development or planning stage at this point. Zypto supports French, Spanish, and Portuguese versions, and plans to release Arabic, Chinese, and Vietnamese versions in the future, indicating its aim for global expansion. The emergence of such apps has the potential to contribute to the realization of Pi Network’s vision of being a “currency for daily use”.
The Importance of the Pi Browser: An Entryway to Web3 Beyond Just a Tool
In the Pi Network ecosystem, the Pi Browser plays a very important role. It is said to not only allow browsing information but also open the door to the world of Web3 and potentially earn rewards by participating. In this section, we will delve into the strategic significance of the Pi Browser.
If you are using Pi Network, you are probably aware of the “Pi Browser”. This is a dedicated web browser provided by Pi Network, and it is not just for accessing information on the internet. The Pi Browser functions as the main gateway for using various DApps (Decentralized Applications) developed within the Pi ecosystem.
Web3 is the concept of the next generation of the internet that aims to break away from the centralized structure of the current internet (also called Web2.0), where users control their own data and strive for a more fair and transparent network. It seems that a mechanism is being envisioned where the act of using DApps, searching for information, or viewing content through the Pi Browser itself participates in the construction of the Web3 network and earns some kind of reward (e.g., Pi Coin) as compensation.
If actions like browsing websites and searching, which we usually do casually, were to lead to direct value and become a means of forming our own digital assets, our relationship with the internet might change significantly. As a tool that allows us to experience the Web3 idea of “not just consuming information, but becoming producers and owners of data value,” the Pi Browser can be said to hold an important position.
Pi Network’s Future Potential and the Possibility of Coinbase Listing
The possibility of listing on major cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is attracting a lot of interest. Here, we will consider why Coinbase is considered important for Pi, its reasons, and current challenges.
Given that Pi Network has so many users and aims to expand its ecosystem, what is naturally concerning is “What kind of value will Pi Coin have in the future?” and “Is there a possibility of listing on a major exchange?”. In particular, listing on Coinbase, a major US cryptocurrency exchange, has the highest potential for Pi Network’s long-term development.
Why Coinbase? Its Reasons and Pi Network’s Vision
The reasons why Coinbase is considered attractive for Pi Network are as follows:
- Applicability to Real-Life Consumption: Coinbase provides a mechanism through which cryptocurrencies can be used for daily shopping (supermarkets, gas stations, e-commerce, etc.) via services like the Coinbase Visa card. This is highly compatible with Pi Network’s vision of being a “universal payment tool usable in real life, not just a speculative asset.”
- Compliance and Market Penetration: Coinbase has relatively well-established legal support within the United States and a broad user base. Its emphasis on compliance (adherence to laws and regulations) is a crucial factor for Pi to be widely accepted in the North American market.
- Footing in Mainstream Finance: If Pi can be listed on Coinbase, it would mean Pi stepping up from being just an experimental project to a recognized entity in the mainstream financial market, potentially becoming a significant force in promoting a digital currency payment revolution in the real world.
In fact, some analysts have expressed the opinion that listing on Coinbase would increase the value of Pi Coin and expand its practicality as a means of daily payment.
Hurdles for Listing on Major Exchanges and Current Challenges
On the other hand, for a cryptocurrency to be listed on a major exchange like Coinbase, it usually needs to clear several strict criteria. For example, aspects such as the project’s transparency (development status, fund management, token distribution plan, etc.), technical reliability, community health and size, and above all, compliance with laws and regulations are comprehensively evaluated.
Regarding Pi Network, while its unique approach and large community are attractive, some voices are calling for more detailed information disclosure regarding the project’s operational structure (e.g., transparency of token management by the core team, concerns about network centralization, etc.). Clearing these challenges will be essential for listing on major exchanges and, ultimately, for the long-term success of the project.
Pi Network and the Future of Web3: What is the Shape of the New Internet?
Pi Network can be seen as one of the projects aiming to realize “Web3,” which is called the next generation of the internet. We will explore what Web3 is, what role Pi Network is trying to play within it, and what changes it might bring to our lives.
When discussing Pi Network, the term “Web3” often comes up. This is the concept of a new form of the internet that aims to solve the problems of the current internet (also called Web2.0), such as the concentration of data in a few large platforms and privacy issues, and strives for a more decentralized internet where user sovereignty is respected.
Transformations Brought by Web3 and Pi’s Role
In the world of Web3, the following changes are expected:
- Data Ownership to Users: The data we generate online (search history, purchase history, social media posts, etc.) may become controllable by ourselves, not by platform companies.
- Elimination of Intermediaries and Increased Transparency: By utilizing blockchain technology and other means, it is possible to realize a more transparent and fair system for transactions and information exchange without the need for centralized intermediaries.
- Value Return to Users: It is thought that an ecosystem will spread where users who contribute to the growth and value creation of the network are given direct incentives in the form of tokens, etc.
Projects like Pi Network were mentioned as “building a Web3 operating system that does not require traditional servers or technical barriers.” What Pi Network aims for might be to provide not just Pi Coin as a currency, but a foundation or something like a “passport” for using various services and conducting economic activities in this new world of Web3.
For example, background information mentions that in some parts of Southeast Asia and Africa, attempts have already begun to reform social governance, reduce fraud, and increase transparency by utilizing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) and digital IDs. Pi Network can also be seen as one of the projects trying to ride this wave of technological transformation.
Towards the Era of “Web3 Without Realizing It”
Hearing technical terms like “blockchain” and “smart contracts” might feel a bit difficult. However, when Web3 truly becomes widespread, it might be a state where we are receiving its benefits as a matter of course, without being conscious that “we are using Web3 now.” Just as email once replaced letters, or smartphones became indispensable tools in our lives.
Pi Network might be trying to broaden the entry point to Web3 for more people through its ease of use (such as being able to easily participate with a mobile app). As mentioned in the background information, history proves that social transformation is quietly brought about by the practices of some pioneers, rather than us starting to use new technology only after fully understanding it. As a Pi Network user, you might be precisely a witness and participant in that transformation.
Summary: Will Pi Network Become a “Passport” to the Web3 Era?
Up to this point, we have broadly looked at everything from the latest information on Pi Network to its future prospects. Finally, we will re-organize what Pi Network means to us and what role it might play in the future digital society, and provide hints that can lead to future actions.
In this article, we have explained the latest trends of Pi Network, especially the start of Pi futures trading on the Kraken exchange, the evolution of the Zypto app, and the possibility of future Coinbase listing. We also looked at how Pi Network is positioned within the new internet trend called Web3.
Pi Network is still a developing project, and its future contains many uncertain elements. However, its vision of aiming to build a practical ecosystem, its accessibility that allows anyone to participate with a smartphone, and its huge community spreading worldwide are sufficient to gather the expectations of many people.
The start of futures trading on Kraken may be seen as one sign that Pi Network is beginning to attract attention from a wider financial market. However, that is merely an aspect as a financial product, and the intrinsic value of the project itself depends on how practical and attractive the Pi ecosystem becomes and how well it can embody the principles of Web3.
Holding Pi might mean more than just possessing a digital asset; it might mean getting an “admission ticket” to the changing new order of the internet, the world of Web3. We are entering an era where we are no longer just passive producers of data, but are actively involved as data owners, value creators, and network operators.
The journey of Pi Network has just begun. Let’s continue to carefully follow official project announcements and information from reliable sources and see where this quiet revolution is heading. We hope that today’s understanding, saying “Ah, I see!”, will lead to a new perspective for your future.