Pi Network just marked a major milestone: 100 days since the launch of its open mainnet. But even as the project pushes forward with utility, upgrades, and expansion, concerns are surfacing about whether the very community that built it, its pioneers, is being left out of the progress.
In a video by Dr. Altcoin on the Dr Altcoin YouTube channel, he gives a comprehensive overview of where things stand today with Pi Network, what has been achieved, and what still needs urgent attention.
According to Dr. Altcoin, Pi Network’s open mainnet went live after six years of development. Since then, it has connected fully to the broader blockchain ecosystem, allowing developers, merchants, and users to transact through apps, online commerce, and peer-to-peer payments using Pi coin.
One of the big highlights is Pi Network Ventures, which has committed $100 million (in both Pi and fiat USD) to fund startups that focus on using Pi in real world applications. A strong emphasis is being placed on gaming, and one standout example is Frutti Pie, a fruit matching game that integrates Pi wallet, ad network, and payment systems. As Dr. Altcoin puts it, “It’s not just a game. It’s proof of Pi in action.”
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Real World Adoption Is Taking Shape
Dr. Altcoin highlights Pifest, the first major commerce event after the open mainnet launch. Held during Pi Day week in March 2025, Pifest saw over 125,000 sellers participating and 58,000 actively transacting. The Map of Pi app also recorded over 1.8 million users with 45,000 reviews, a strong indication that Pi coin is being used in real transactions.
Another important rollout was the Pi domains auction, which attracted over 123,000 active bids. These domains represent digital identity and ownership within the Pi ecosystem. Over 3 million Pi were used in the auction, reflecting deep community engagement.
The Pi ecosystem has undergone several user experience improvements, especially through its developer portal. Developers can now list apps more easily, and new projects continue to join the mainnet ecosystem. Pi app creators are also beginning to earn from the growing Pi ad network.
So far, over 13 million users have migrated to mainnet. Of the 7.4 billion Pi that have been moved, 5.2 billion remain locked and 2.2 billion are now unlocked. Meanwhile, Pi’s blockchain boasts over 400,000 active nodes, showing strong network security and decentralization.
On the security side, new KYC and wallet features have been rolled out. KYC verified users can now change phone numbers, wallet access has been expanded, and two factor authentication has become mandatory. There is also a new recovery system that uses email for password resets.
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But Many Pioneers Feel Left Behind
Despite these achievements, Dr. Altcoin does not shy away from criticism. He warns that many longtime users, referred to as pioneers, still cannot access their Pi balances. Some migrated users even report that their wallet shows a zero balance.
After six years of dedication to the project, many pioneers feel frustrated by the ongoing delays and technical issues in KYC and migration. Dr. Altcoin stresses that the Pi Core Team must act fast and remain transparent with its community.
He adds that pioneers built Pi Network from word of mouth promotion to testnet participation, and they deserve to be fairly rewarded. A large amount of mined Pi remains unmigrated due to problems that are often outside user control.
In his words, “Utility is powerful, but fairness is foundational.”
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A Vision With Potential If Everyone Is Included
Dr. Altcoin closes with optimism. He believes Pi Network is on the right path toward becoming a truly global cryptocurrency backed by real world use and a committed community. But he also makes it clear that growth without inclusion would miss the point.
The Pi coin price may not be listed on major exchanges yet, and the PI price remains speculative, but what is being built has real substance. The hope is that this progress continues with pioneers at the center, not at the sidelines.
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