The long-awaited Pi Network Open Mainnet is finally going live on February 20, 2025, marking a historic milestone in the cryptocurrency space. The Pi Core Team made the announcement via Pi Network’s official X (Twitter) handle on February 12, 2025, sending waves of excitement through the crypto community.
For the millions of Pioneers—the dedicated users who have been mining and supporting Pi for over six years—this marks a moment of triumph. The long journey of development, testing, and anticipation is finally culminating in a fully operational blockchain that connects Pi to the broader digital economy.
According to the official statement by @PiCoreTeam, the Open Network will go live at 8 AM UTC on February 20, 2025, unlocking new opportunities for users and businesses. The transition will remove the firewall that previously restricted Pi transactions to an enclosed environment, allowing external connectivity with compliant blockchain systems, applications, and financial platforms.
“With millions of KYC-verified Pioneers and a thriving, utilities-driven ecosystem, Open Network expands available opportunities, enabling Pioneers to connect Pi with external systems for use in real-world applications like never before,” the Core Team announced.
To celebrate this milestone, the Pi Network community has witnessed a surge in engagement, and excitement has spilled over into the broader crypto market. Reports indicate that Pi’s IOU price—a speculative valuation on CoinMarketCap—jumped by nearly 70% following the announcement.
Major Changes Coming with Open Network
The Open Network launch brings several key transformations to Pi Network’s Mainnet blockchain:
✅ External Connectivity – Pi will be able to interact with other blockchain networks and financial systems, enabling real-world transactions beyond the enclosed Pi ecosystem.
✅ Node Transition from Testnet to Mainnet – The Core Team will invite Pioneers to migrate their nodes, prioritizing those with a strong history of contributions and reliability scores. Once the firewall is lifted, anyone can technically add nodes to the Mainnet, further decentralizing the network.
✅ KYC & KYB Compliance – Security remains a priority, with participation in Mainnet requiring KYC (Know Your Customer) verification for individuals and KYB (Know Your Business) verification for businesses. A list of KYB-verified businesses will be available on the official Pi Network website after launch.
✅ Strengthening the Pi Ecosystem – Pioneers are encouraged to continue mining Pi, engaging with Pi Apps, and expanding the peer-to-peer commerce ecosystem, where businesses and users transact using Pi for goods and services.
✅ Developer Expansion – Developers are urged to refine existing Mainnet apps and create new applications to further enhance Pi’s usability. Pi Network aims to be a thriving Web3 ecosystem, bridging the gap between blockchain technology and everyday financial transactions.
A New Era for Pi Network
The Pi Core Team has emphasized that Pioneers, developers, and businesses will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Pi Network. As the Open Network era begins, the community is expected to drive innovation, build new utilities, and create sustainable solutions that will define Pi’s place in the global financial landscape.
With over six years of development, countless hours of testing, and a dedicated user base, Pi Network is finally set to prove its real-world utility. As the launch date approaches, the cryptocurrency world eagerly watches to see if Pi can fulfill its vision of a decentralized, accessible, and community-driven digital currency.
The countdown to February 20, 2025, has begun—Pioneers, get ready!
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