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Pi Network Migration Not Progressing? A Detailed Look at Your Pi Coin’s Current Status and Future Outlook

Have you accumulated Pi coins little by little on Pi Network and completed KYC (identity verification), but they are not migrating to the mainnet yet…” Are you facing such a problem? This article explains the migration delay issue that many Pioneers (Pi Network users) are concerned about, its current status, official explanations, and what we should know now, in an easy-to-understand manner, avoiding technical jargon. Reading this article should help alleviate some of your questions and anxieties about your Pi coins and be useful for future information gathering.

Is it just me? The Current Status of Pi Network Migration and the Voices of Pioneers

First, let me tell you that the situation where Pi coin migration is not progressing as expected is not unique to you. Here, let’s look at the situation many users are currently facing and the voices heard in the community.

Many of you have completed KYC (Know Your Customer: the identity verification process) and are eagerly awaiting the migration of your Pi coins to the “mainnet,” the live network where they will become actually usable. However, on social media and online communities,

“It’s been months since I finished KYC, but I still haven’t been migrated.”
“I’m anxious because there’s no information on when it will be my turn.”
“Why does it seem like people who finished KYC later are migrating first?”
“I get an error while using the app and can’t even proceed with the migration process.”

Many such voices are seen. It seems that quite a few Pioneers feel frustrated about being kept waiting for a long time and anxious about the lack of visible progress. This situation is by no means limited to a few users.

Why Isn’t It Progressing? The “Behind the Scenes” of Migration as Told by the Pi Core Team

So, why is migration taking so long? Based on official explanations and announcements from the “Pi Core Team,” the core team of Pi Network, let’s look at the reasons and the process.

The Pi Core Team is also aware of this migration delay and the community’s concerns about it, and they are disseminating information. For example, in an update around April 2024 (or a similar recent official announcement), there was an explanation about the project’s progress.

According to official announcements, it is stated that over 10 million Pioneers have already completed migration to the mainnet (over 10.14 million as of February 2025, with information in subsequent announcements indicating over 12 million). This is a very large scale.

What the team emphasizes is that Pi migration is not a simple task like just distributing coins. Specifically,

Accurate verification of all mining history for each user over a long period
Confirmation of the contribution level of the Security Circle (a network of trusted acquaintances)
Evaluation of app usage status and contribution as a Node (a computer supporting the network)
Strict checks for fraudulent accounts or activities

and many other elements need to be verified in detail, which requires enormous time and computational processing. This can be said to be an indispensable process for building the fair and secure network that Pi Network aims for.

Furthermore, migration is not performed for all users at once, but is progressing in stages. Initially, the basic mining rewards are migrated, and bonus rewards obtained through referrals are planned to be migrated in subsequent phases after confirming the KYC completion status of the referred person, among other things.

Furthermore, it is important to note that the Pi coin balance displayed within the Pi Network app is merely an “estimated value.” It is explained that the exact amount to be migrated to the mainnet will be finally determined after these detailed verifications and calculations on the backend.

Open Mainnet Launched! What Challenges Still Remain?

The Pi Network project reached a major milestone with the launch of the “Open Mainnet” on February 20, 2025. This has allowed the Pi Network blockchain to connect with external networks, and some cryptocurrency exchanges have started handling Pi coins, moving the project to a new stage. This is an event that gives great hope to Pioneers who have supported the project for many years.

However, despite this progress, it is believed that several challenges still remain, including the migration delay issue.

The Importance of Transparency and Communication

At the root of the dissatisfaction felt by many users, perhaps more than technical complexity, is the “lack of information transparency” and “lack of communication with the Pi Core Team.” The situation where it is difficult to get clear and timely answers to questions such as “What is the status of my application?”, “How much longer do I have to wait?”, and “What are the specific causes of the delay?” may be amplifying anxiety. More proactive communication, such as regular progress reports and Q&A sessions to answer user questions, is needed.

Will Support System Enhancement Progress?

Regarding the support system, which should be reliable when problems occur, voices are heard saying that “support is mainly handled by chatbots, making it difficult to resolve individual issues” and “a small number of moderators are overwhelmed by a large volume of inquiries, making it difficult to keep up” (background information). To ensure users can continue participating in the project with peace of mind, strengthening the system to provide faster and more accurate support is essential.
As a bright sign, it has been reported that in May 2025, the Pi Foundation, an organization related to Pi Network, launched a $100 million fund called “Pi Network Ventures.” This fund aims to invest in startup companies developing new apps and services on the Pi ecosystem, and it is expected that in the future, such funds will contribute to the strengthening of the entire ecosystem and, consequently, the enhancement of the user support system.

If these challenges persist, they could affect Pi Network’s philosophy of being a “decentralized, universally accessible digital currency” and the trust from the community, so strong improvements are desired in the future.

What Pioneers Can Do and Should Know Now

In this situation, how should we Pioneers obtain information and engage with Pi Network? To avoid confusion and calmly assess the situation, here are a few points to keep in mind.

Prioritize checking official information: The most reliable information is disseminated through announcements within the official Pi Network app, the official website (e.g., minepi.com), and official social media accounts (such as X). Get into the habit of checking official announcements first, without being misled by uncertain information.
Calm information gathering and judgment: Especially on social media, speculation, incorrect information, or overly pessimistic/optimistic opinions can be rampant. It is important to distance yourself from emotionally charged information and calmly judge the content by comparing multiple sources.
Maintain high security awareness: As interest in the project grows, scams attempting to exploit it also tend to increase. Be absolutely careful of phishing scams where someone impersonating Pi Network operations or support tries to extract your passphrase (the secret words needed to restore your wallet) or personal information. The operations team will never ask for your passphrase.
Have a long-term perspective: Cryptocurrency and blockchain projects, due to their technical complexity and ambitious goals, generally take a long time to develop and spread. Even if results are not immediate, don’t rush, and sometimes it is necessary to watch with a long-term perspective.
Engage with the community healthily: Exchanging information and encouraging each other with other Pioneers is beneficial, but avoid being biased towards specific opinions or acting based on unofficial information. Aim to participate in communities where constructive discussions can take place.
Be aware of KYC and migration deadlines: Pi Network may set deadlines for the KYC process and migration to the mainnet. While deadlines have been extended in the past, it is important to always check the latest information through official app announcements and complete the necessary procedures within the deadline. It has been pointed out that exceeding the deadline may result in the loss of some or all of your held Pi.

Summary: The Future of Pi Network and Our Mindset

The Pi Network migration delay is a major concern for many Pioneers and sometimes a source of anxiety. However, official information suggests that the Pi Core Team is also aware of this issue and is steadily working towards a large-scale migration involving complex verification processes.

The operation of the Open Mainnet is an important step indicating that Pi Network has entered a new phase. This has opened the door to the possibility of Pi coins being used in actual economic activities. However, the true value of the project will be tested from now on, and attention will be focused on whether many users can smoothly migrate to the mainnet and whether the Pi ecosystem will grow into something practical.

To achieve this, further improvement in information transparency by the operations side and active and sincere communication with users will be indispensable keys to building future trust and moving the project forward.

As Pioneers, it is most important to calmly and carefully continue to follow official information. Without being swayed by speculation or temporary market movements, it is necessary to evaluate information based on your own judgment, maintain high security awareness, and watch the project’s growth from a long-term perspective. Realizing Pi Network’s grand vision of becoming “the most widely distributed and utilized cryptocurrency in the world” will still require a lot of time and the collective effort of the entire community.

We hope this article helps alleviate some of your questions about Pi Network and serves as an aid for future information gathering and how to engage with the project. If you felt “Ah, I see!”, please do check official information or exchange opinions with other Pioneers in a trusted community. And, cherishing the desire to “know more” and “try it out,” let’s watch the future progress of Pi Network.

Dr. Nicholas on True Value and the Path to Ecosystem Building

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Many Pioneers may be feeling anxious looking at the recent Pi Coin price chart and its sharp decline. Having recorded a drop of approximately 80% from its peak, there is widespread unease within the community. However, this may not be just an end, but a new beginning, or an opportunity to understand the true essence of the Pi Network. This article delves into the current situation and considers the true value that the Pi Network aims for.

The Core Team’s Stance During Difficult Times

The Pi Network is currently facing a challenging period. The price has fallen significantly, and many critical opinions are being heard. Many Pioneers may be disheartened. However, it is precisely in such situations that the true nature of the project becomes visible.

Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis, one of the co-founders of the Pi Network, emphasizes the importance of a team that continues to move forward even in difficult circumstances. What is important is not a team that only operates when things are going smoothly, but one that supports building without giving up even in adversity. And the Pi Core Team is doing just that right now, continuing development and moving the project forward amidst the turmoil.

The current price is hovering around $0.6, and there are voices lamenting, “Is this the result of 6 years of mining?” and views that Pi has failed. However, this may be a misunderstanding stemming from not fully comprehending what the Pi Network aims for, especially the true value of Pi Coin.

Misunderstanding Regarding Pi Coin’s Value: Price Isn’t Everything

Many people, even enthusiastic Pioneers, may not fully understand what the Pi Network is trying to achieve, particularly the intrinsic value of Pi Coin. Consider this for a moment. If you can mine 100 Pi per day, even at $0.6 per coin, that’s $60 worth per day. Even if it’s just 10 Pi per day, that’s $6. Is this truly worthless?

What determines whether a price is high or low is not just the number on the screen. What matters is what that number means in the context of how Pi is acquired and how it is used. The Pi Network is different from Bitcoin. Pioneers continue to acquire Pi every day, and the game is not over.

Pi Network’s Potential and the Dynamics of Price Formation

From a broader perspective, the maximum supply of Pi Network is 100 billion Pi. If this were fully circulated in the market, the theoretical market capitalization would be around $60 billion, holding the potential to rank among the top 10 cryptocurrencies globally. This figure suggests the magnitude of the potential we currently hold.

However, the current price is being driven by a tug-of-war between three main forces within the Pi community:

Miners (Pioneers, Node Operators): They supply Pi to the market. Naturally, they hope for the price to rise, and some dream of becoming rich with Pi. They are the supply side.
Users (App Developers, Creators, General Users): They actually use Pi. For example, Pi is needed to make posts stand out on Fireside Forum. They want Pi to be affordable. The lower the price, the more activity is possible. They are the demand side.
Ecosystem Coordinators (Pi Core Team, Exchanges): They manage large amounts of Pi and can control the supply to the market. Their role is to stabilize the economy as usage expands. If there is too much supply, the price will crash; if there is too little, no one can use it.

The ideal price is formed where the supply from miners meets the demand from users. However, currently, demand is still low. If many holders lose confidence and rush to sell simultaneously, the system could become unstable. This is why the Pi Core Team’s role in balancing is more important than ever.

The Importance of Utility and Ecosystem Building

Many Pioneers may think that if they stop mining, the project will end, but that is not necessarily correct. What is important is not the presence or absence of individual mining activity, but that Pi Coin is actually used, in other words, utility.

What the Pi Network truly needs now are people who use Pi Coin in the real world. Developers who build apps, people who trade goods and services using Pi, and Pioneers who not only mine but also use, spread, and innovate with Pi. As concrete steps, the introduction of the Pi Ad Network and the development of dApps (decentralized applications) such as 1Pi Mall (E-commerce), Workforce Pool (Freelance Marketplace), and Map of Pi (Pi Payment Enabled Store Finder) are underway.

The Significance of Consensus 2025

Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis’s participation in major conferences like Consensus 2025 is extremely significant. Such events are like magnets that attract developers, investors, and future partners. His participation provides an excellent opportunity to present the Pi Network to those who can build the future of the ecosystem.

Time to Discard Hype and Take Action

Hype like “Pi will be $1000 soon” or “You’ll get rich overnight” no longer helps the Pi Network. That phase has passed. It’s time to face reality. What Pi needs is not miners with excessive expectations, but true contributors.

Stop fueling FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) and stop dreaming without taking action. Belief alone is just a wish.

A Call to Pioneers: Act as Builders

If you truly believe in the Pi Network and its principles (a decentralized future, financial empowerment, a community-driven economy), now is the time to act. It’s not the time to just wait for a miraculous price surge or expect exchange listings to change your life. True progress comes from participation, contribution, and commitment.

Support businesses that use Pi.
Educate new Pioneers.
Help build real-world utility for Pi Coin.

Your active involvement has never been more crucial. Don’t just hold Pi Coin like a lottery ticket; use it. Pay with Pi in businesses, exchange it for goods and services, and show the world that this is not just a coin, but a movement with true value, supported by a participating community, not speculation.

Support Pioneers who are developing apps, Pioneers who are running businesses using Pi, and those who are promoting adoption, even if they are just starting out. That’s how the ecosystem grows. Every time you support a Pi transaction, every time you engage with a Pi project, you are proving its use case and helping to increase the value of the entire network.

We have prioritized truth, transparency, and the responsibility to create the future we desire over hype. If you say you believe in Pi, show it with action. Belief without effort is just noise.

Conclusion: The Future Depends on Utility

The decline in Pi Coin’s price is the result of many intertwined factors, but it does not necessarily mean the end of the project. Rather, it suggests that the speculative frenzy has cooled, and it is time to focus on true value: utility and ecosystem building. Now that we have transitioned to the Open Mainnet phase in February 2025, the future of the Pi Network depends on how actively each and every one of us Pioneers participates and “uses” Pi, not just as miners, but as builders of the ecosystem.

What kind of apps and services would you like to see in the Pi Network ecosystem? Share your ideas in the comments.

Pi Network KYC Latest Update: Over 1 Million Applications Unlocked and Future Developments

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A major update has been implemented for the Pi Network’s KYC system, bringing improvements that are good news for many Pioneers. This article provides a detailed explanation of the latest update content and future developments.

Source Summary: From the Official Blog
https://minepi.com/blog/kyc-update-dec-2024/

Key Update Details

Over the past two months, the KYC application blocks for approximately 1.2 million Pioneers have been lifted. This allows for the resubmission of applications that were previously rejected due to process issues or errors.

Specific Improvements

Approximately 250,000 people can resubmit applications
Unblocked 200,000 temporarily approved KYC applications
Over 122,000 are currently being reprocessed

Future Improvement Plans

The development team is working on the following initiatives for further improvements:

Enhancement of the Temporary Approval Process

A new method considering scalability is under development, which is expected to enable more efficient processing of a larger number of KYC applications.

Handling Account Name Mismatches

A clear notification system will be implemented for issues related to the real name requirement and cases where there is a mismatch with the KYC-verified ID.

Current Status and Challenges of KYC Validators

Currently, while the demand for KYC validators is high, there is a challenge where the actual number of reviews is limited. System improvements are underway to create an environment where more validators can work efficiently.

About Validation
What is Pi Network Validation? A Thorough Explanation from How to Participate to Review Tips

Towards Mainnet Migration

Completing KYC is essential for migrating to the Mainnet. We ask all Pioneers to take the following actions:

Check KYC status
Take necessary actions
Inform your referral team

Summary

The Pi Network’s KYC system is steadily improving, allowing more Pioneers to complete the process smoothly. Further improvements are expected towards the Open Mainnet.

Key to Pi Network’s Success: Don’t Just Wait for Listing, Start with What You Can Do Now

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Pi Network is attracting attention as a global social transformation movement that goes beyond just a cryptocurrency project. Millions of Pioneers around the world have high expectations for this project, but the current situation is that many participants are stuck in a waiting stance, focused on “when will it be listed?”.

The True Purpose of Pi Network

A key innovative feature of Pi Network is the creation of a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem that anyone can participate in using just a smartphone. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies that require high-performance computing power, Pi Network provides a system that is easily accessible to the general public.

Goals That Cannot Be Achieved By Just Waiting

Excessive focus on listing timing and price can cause people to lose sight of the project’s intrinsic value. If innovators like Thomas Edison and Steve Jobs had just waited, today’s technological innovations would not have been realized.

Concrete Actions Pioneers Can Take

1. Building Local Ecosystems

Let’s create local communities and promote the use of Pi coins in real economic activities, such as proposing payment with Pi coins to local shops.

2. Contributing to Application Development

Those with technical skills can participate in the development of applications utilizing Pi, and those without can contribute through opinions and suggestions.

3. Spreading Correct Understanding

Let’s spread the word that Pi Network is not about pursuing short-term profits, but a project aimed at creating a more equitable and inclusive economic system.

Outlook for the Future

The success of Pi Network depends on the actions of each individual Pioneer. Taking small steps starting today, rather than simply waiting for the listing, will lead to the creation of the project’s true value.

The future is determined not by waiting, but by acting. Your actions today are the key to realizing Pi Network’s grand vision.

Pi Network: Pioneers of the Digital Currency Revolution – The Dawn of a New Era

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Moves Towards Practical Application of Crypto Assets

Moves towards the practical application of digital currencies are steadily progressing. As one example, the innovative payment card “Spend” was announced through a partnership between Mastercard and Mercuryo. This card enables direct payments from self-custodial wallets, marking a significant step towards the practical utilization of digital assets.

Features of the Spend Card

• Functions as a Euro-denominated debit card
• Compatible with Apple Pay and Google Pay
• Supports multiple blockchain networks
• Clear fee structure (Issuance fee 1.60 EUR, Monthly fee 1 EUR, Withdrawal fee 0.95%)
• Service currently limited to the European region

The Future Pi Network Aims For

Pi Network, which has been under development since 2019, aims to build a comprehensive digital economic system integrating decentralized finance (DeFi) and decentralized social networks. This project is working towards creating a more transparent and efficient economic foundation that transcends the limitations of traditional financial systems.

Key Features of Pi Network

• Building a large-scale blockchain network
• High security and transaction transparency
• Efficient transaction processing system
• Development of a comprehensive Web3 ecosystem
• Compatibility with global economic activities

Preparation for Mainnet Deployment

Pi Network is scheduled for mainnet deployment within 2024. This launch will proceed with careful consideration of the network’s completeness and social factors. Following the mainnet migration, utilization in actual economic activities is anticipated.

Key Development Areas

• Ensuring network stability and reliability
• Strengthening security features
• Improving usability
• Expanding the ecosystem
• Supporting community growth

Role and Outlook of Pioneers

Pi Network’s Pioneers will be crucial contributors to this innovative project. They are expected to participate in the construction of a new economic system and contribute to its development.

Opportunities for Pioneers

• Project participation from the early stages
• Early access to new technology
• Contribution to ecosystem development
• Participation in community formation and growth
• Participation in building the next-generation economic system

Conclusion

As a new era of digital currency is about to begin, Pi Network is aiming to build a more practical and sustainable economic system with an approach different from traditional crypto assets. As Pioneers participating, you have a special opportunity to be a vital part of this innovative project and build the future of the digital economy together.We hope that one day Pi Network will also be able to use this card payment.

With the evolution of technology, our economic activities and methods of value exchange are also poised for significant change. With the development of Pi Network, it is time to take a new step towards realizing a more equitable and efficient economic system. To witness this moment of historical transformation and be a part of it is a great privilege for us Pioneers, and at the same time, a responsibility.

Pi Network’s KYC Updates in January 2024: Changes and Steps Explained

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Pi Network is a cryptocurrency that can be easily mined with a smartphone. Pi Network is composed of millions of users worldwide called Pioneers. The goal of Pi Network is to verify the identity of Pioneers so that they can participate in the main network’s blockchain and ecosystem. For this purpose, a process called KYC (Know Your Customer) is required.

KYC is a procedure to verify the identity of users. KYC is important for the network’s reliability and compliance, and also ensures fairness for all human Pioneers who are honestly mining with their accounts. By having actual verified humans participate in Pi, the network’s strength is increased, and the development of an ecosystem that gives Pi’s cryptocurrency various uses is promoted.

This article explains the changes and procedures for Pi Network’s KYC announced in January 2024. Pioneers interested in KYC should definitely refer to it.

Changes to KYC from November 2023 to January 2024

In January 2024, significant changes regarding Pi Network’s KYC were announced. These are as follows:

KYC slots are no longer allocated randomly, and anyone can now access the KYC app from the Pi Browser and start a KYC application, except for the following two scenarios:
- Newly created accounts cannot apply for KYC until they have mined for 30 days (not necessarily consecutive). This is so the network can prioritize KYC verification resources for more committed human Pioneers.
- A very small number of accounts deemed fake or violating accounts by the algorithm cannot apply for KYC. If the owner of such an account believes the algorithm’s judgment is incorrect, they can fill out a form with their username to request further investigation and submission of evidence.
Whether a “KYC Slot” popup notification appears when a new mining session starts when KYC slots are open is not the sole criterion for determining if you can apply for KYC. The popup notification is to inform you that you can apply for KYC, and it does not necessarily appear. You can check if you can apply for KYC by accessing the KYC app from the Pi Browser.

These changes are also described in detail in this article. If you have any other questions about KYC, please feel free to ask.

KYC Procedure

After starting the KYC application, you will become fully KYC’d through the following three steps:

Take a photo of your identification document and upload it. The identification document must be one that clearly shows your photo and name, such as a passport, driver’s license, or national ID card. The photo of the identification document must be taken in a well-lit place and be clearly readable. Also, photos of identification documents uploaded to other apps or websites cannot be reused. You must take the photo directly in the Pi KYC app.
Take a photo of your face and upload it. The face photo must be taken from the front so that your face is clearly visible. Face photos uploaded to other apps or websites cannot be reused. You must take the photo directly in the Pi KYC app.
Submit your KYC application. Once the application is submitted, the Pi KYC app will show the status “Application in Progress”. The application will be verified by human validators. Validators are trusted Pioneers selected from the Pi community. Validators check whether the applicant’s identification document and face photo match, whether the identification document is valid, whether the applicant is human, and so on. Validators choose to either approve, reject, or put the application on hold. If put on hold, the applicant may be asked to provide additional information or evidence. If the application is approved, the Pi KYC app will show the status “Fully KYC’d”. If the application is rejected, the Pi KYC app will show the status “Rejected”. If rejected, you can check the reason for rejection and reapply.

The above is the procedure for Pi Network’s KYC. You can apply for KYC by accessing the KYC app from the Pi Browser. Applying for KYC requires an internet connection and a camera. Also, applying for KYC requires time and patience. It may take several days to several weeks for the application to be approved. (The administrator waited 1 year and 2 months. Some Pioneers online have waited 3 years.) You can check the status of your application in the Pi KYC app. Once the application is completed, you will be able to participate in the main network’s blockchain and ecosystem.

Summary

Pi Network’s KYC is a process to verify the identity of Pioneers. KYC is important for the network’s reliability and compliance, and also ensures fairness for all human Pioneers who are honestly mining with their accounts. By having actual verified humans participate in Pi, the network’s strength is increased, and the development of an ecosystem that gives Pi’s cryptocurrency various uses is promoted.

In January 2024, significant changes regarding Pi Network’s KYC were announced. This means that KYC slots are no longer allocated randomly, and anyone can now access the KYC app from the Pi Browser and start a KYC application. However, newly created accounts and accounts deemed fake or violating by the algorithm cannot apply for KYC. Also, whether a popup notification appears when KYC slots are open is not the sole criterion for determining if you can apply for KYC. You can check if you can apply for KYC by accessing the KYC app from the Pi Browser.

After starting the KYC application, you will become fully KYC’d through the three steps of uploading your identification document and face photo, and submitting the application. The application is verified by human validators. If the application is approved, you will be able to participate in the main network’s blockchain and ecosystem. If the application is rejected, you can reapply.

This article explained the changes and procedures for Pi Network’s KYC announced in January 2024. Pioneers interested in KYC should definitely refer to it. If you have any other questions about KYC, please feel free to ask.

PIDAY 2023 Announcement

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Since there is a time difference, I used the DeepL translation site to translate the PIDAY announcement posted around noon on March 15th, not March 14th in Japan. If you find translation troublesome, please refer to this.

Information about KYC, which is the biggest concern for those currently mining, has also been released. It is said that everyone will be able to apply for KYC, and new accounts will be able to apply through the Tentative KYC program. This program prevents fake and bot accounts and ensures network integrity by performing additional checks and verifying account identity. It is written that this is important for people who mine fairly. I’m curious about what kind of program it will be, but I’m more concerned about how long it will take to pass, not just apply.

Although not written in this announcement, it seems that the number of miners has increased to 45 million before I knew it. It doesn’t seem to be popular in Japan, but a meetup was held in Osaka the other day, and it seems to be gradually gaining momentum. I hope that meetups will be held in various parts of Japan and the number of friends will increase.

If you haven’t started Pinetwork yet, this article explains it, so please join us.
https://pinetwork.masters-all.com/start/

Translation starts below

Hello Pioneers, today is Pi Day! Since launching Pi Network 4 years ago, we have celebrated the incredible achievements contributed by both the community and the Core Team. In this past year alone, Pi Network achieved an innovative mass KYC solution to onboard millions of Pioneers at scale, implemented a new dynamic mining mechanism that follows Pi’s meritocratic principles within the supply limit, migrated millions of KYC’ed Pioneers onto the Mainnet blockchain, and enabled the Pi platform on Mainnet along with releasing many useful developer APIs and tools for ecosystem building.

These efforts, along with many other improvements for the Pi ecosystem and infrastructure, contributed to the great productivity and progress this past year. Despite recent unfavorable news and difficulties in the overall crypto and blockchain industry, our network continued to grow and reached over 45 million Engaged Pioneers distributed across the world. The Core Team and Pioneers together have communicated and executed on shared priorities to build a project that reflects our common goal of a more fair and decentralized network built on Pi. However, there is still a lot more work to be done.

Moving forward, we highlight what the Pi Network (Core Team, Pioneers, and community developers) can do together to achieve the key goals of the Enclosed Network.

Mass verify the identity of millions of Pioneers through a native and scalable KYC solution, and subsequently migrate their mobile mining balances to the Pi Mainnet.

Creating Real Utility for the Cryptocurrency Pi through the Pi Ecosystem

The goals of the Enclosed Network are prerequisites to reaching the Open Network, as described in the December 2021 Whitepaper. Achieving the Enclosed Network goals requires every member of the Pi community.

This Pi Day announcement is intended not only to inform but also to galvanize more collective efforts. It also features specific guidance on how Pioneers can contribute to the Pi Network and make more diverse and decentralized efforts to achieve the Enclosed Network goals faster, under the theme “What I do for Pi”.

Core Team Efforts

The backbone of Pi is its Pioneers. To empower tens of millions of Pioneers, the Core Team has continued to build, guide, and coordinate the necessary network components for Pioneers to grow, collaborate, unleash their potential, showcase their talents, and contribute diversely to the shared vision of Pi. Pi’s core mining mechanism speaks to the essence of this utilitarian process by the collective efforts of the large Pi community and the true meaning of decentralization—a combination of decentralized efforts and widely distributed rewards.

During the current Enclosed Network period, the Core Team has continued building the infrastructure and necessary features for Pioneers to achieve two goals. In addition to the achievements of this past year, today we are announcing exciting new releases to further empower the community.

Today’s announcement only covers the main new features and recent releases. More detailed product and technical updates that the Core Team has been working on for the past three months will be provided around the end of this quarter.

KYC for All!

We have already provided mass KYC such that the majority of the network can apply for KYC at any time, and now we are opening up KYC applications to all Pioneers.

Many of the newly eligible accounts will be able to apply for KYC through the Tentative KYC program. This means that unlike the regular KYC process, Tentative KYC applications will undergo additional checks after submitting documents and passing Validator review before obtaining a “Pass” status. These additional checks will combine newly submitted information to further verify identity. The Tentative KYC program gives accounts with more complex properties an opportunity to proceed with KYC and prove they are real humans, while being cautious about granting the “Pass” status.

The reason for this rollout of KYC eligibility and the selective Tentative KYC program is to ensure the integrity of the network. We are cautiously allowing as many real human Pioneers as possible to pass KYC, while catching and preventing as many fake and bot accounts as possible. This is not only important for the network, but also fair to all human Pioneers who have been honestly mining on their accounts.

New Testnet Ecosystem Interface with Testnet Apps

We are announcing a new interface for accessing Testnet apps in the Pi Browser, the Testnet Ecosystem. The current Testnet Ecosystem interface provides a preview of the Mainnet Ecosystem and is a central hub for selected apps and utilities based on Mainnet app criteria.

Through the Testnet Ecosystem interface, Pioneers can explore Pi apps within the Pi ecosystem, and community developers can publish their Pi apps to Pioneers to test, iterate, and build full-fledged apps. This feature is currently rolling out and will be accessible soon. These Testnet apps will be accessible to everyone in the Testnet Ecosystem in the sense that they are “allowed but removed if violated”.

This means that because these apps only connect to the Pi Testnet, they will be allowed in the Testnet Ecosystem by minimum initial criteria to maximize open collaboration and visibility in community utility building. However, since these apps have not been carefully reviewed and vetted, Pioneers should use them at their own discretion, assuming they are still under development and may be removed if violations by these apps are reported and verified. The apps available in the Testnet Ecosystem are not guaranteed to be available to Pioneers in the Mainnet Ecosystem, which will adopt different selection criteria and procedures.

On the one hand, developers have the incentive to improve the quality of their apps to increase their eligibility for the Mainnet Ecosystem, and on the other hand, Pioneers will increase their engagement with the ecosystem as the quality and quantity of apps grow.

Pi Network has strongly emphasized utility creation in the past few months through various hackathons and developer initiatives. The Testnet Ecosystem interface is a great step towards connecting Pioneers with the growing number of useful, interesting, and fun apps. These apps are for you. We hope you will use these apps, provide feedback to the app developers, contribute to the improvement of the apps, and hopefully find these apps enjoyable or useful.

Notify Your Team to Start KYC and Migration

We are rolling out a new feature that allows Pioneers to share a message with their Referral Team and Security Circle members to remind and encourage them to start their own KYC and migration process. This feature promotes decentralized efforts to accelerate the network’s progress in KYC and migration, bringing us closer to the Open Network.

Recent Pi Developer Resources

The Core Team has made multiple improvements to developer resources to further support the Enclosed Mainnet goal of creating Pi utility. These efforts are consistent with enabling the Pi platform on Mainnet to support developers from the general community and the recent 2023 Q1 Hackathon ecosystem building.

Two important releases, App to User payments and Developer Wallets, have been released on the Pi Testnet and are available for integration and testing within Community Apps. App to User payments enables payment flows between app developers and members. Developer Wallets have been released on the Testnet as specific wallets for app developers to hold and use Pi for their apps under development. The Core Team and community developers are testing these features to ensure they are safe and reliable. Once this testing is complete, these features are expected to be available on the Pi Mainnet soon.

Furthermore, multiple other developer resources and improvements (such as Developer Portal and Brainstorm updates) have been rolled out to support the overall environment and co-building process by community developers and Pioneers.

Ecosystem Programs

The Core Team is also working on various developer and ecosystem programs aimed at encouraging all Pioneers to build together to create utility on Pi, such as hackathons, PiOS, and developer support. More details about some of these programs will be discussed in later sections of this announcement.

What Community Developers Are Doing

Many community developers have participated in the Pi 2023 Q1 Hackathon, which started in early January and ended on March 5th. The over 360 final projects submitted by Pioneers around the world include various strong use cases such as social media apps, financial apps, marketplaces, games, news apps, and ecosystem apps. All Pioneers can review these hackathon submissions and provide feedback in the Pi Brainstorm app.

The hackathon encouraged community developers to contribute to the growth of the Pi Network and ecosystem by building mobile web apps for Pi that bring real utility to Pioneers. We solicited creative and utility-focused apps that demonstrate the potential of the Pi developer ecosystem. Some of the resulting Pi apps are expected to be accessible soon through the new Testnet Ecosystem interface feature introduced above.

The list of apps to be released soon in the Testnet Ecosystem is not a complete list of all submissions to the hackathon, nor are they fully vetted. Given that many of them are from the hackathon, we encourage you to explore them.