#PI##PI##PI#Pi Network is actively promoting the upgrade of its blockchain protocol in preparation for the future mainnet launch. Below, I will summarize the main upgrade progress, the changes brought by these upgrades, and some related community dynamics.
1. Latest progress on the protocol upgrade
The protocol upgrade of Pi Network adopts a phased advancement strategy, and the current focus is on the upgrade of the testnet (Testnet).
· Testnet1 has been upgraded to v22: Pi Network has successfully upgraded Testnet1 from the earlier protocol version 19 to version 22. This upgrade is part of a series of upgrades aimed at preparing for the mainnet launch.
· Target version v23: After upgrading to v22, the next goal is to upgrade to version 23. Version 23 is seen as an important milestone in the testnet preparation phase, laying the technical foundation for a secure and scalable mainnet.
· Subsequent upgrade plans: After the completion of the Testnet1 upgrade, Testnet2 and the mainnet blockchain will gradually upgrade from version 19 to version 23. This process is expected to take place in the coming weeks.
Here is the roadmap and main features of the Pi Network protocol upgrade:
mermaid
flowchart LR
A[Pi Network Protocol Upgrade Roadmap] --> B1[Testnet1<br>v19 → v22]
A --> B2[Testnet1<br>Upgrade to v23<br>Important Milestone]
A --> C[Testnet2<br>Upcoming Upgrade]
A --> D[Mainnet Mainnet<br>Upgrade in the coming weeks]
B2 --> E[Technical Feature Enhancement]
subgraph E [Main Features of v23 Version]
F1[Enhancing Scalability and Stability]
F2[Optimizing Consensus Algorithm]
F3[Enhanced Transaction Processing Capability]
F4[Improving Network Layer Compatibility]
end
E --> G[Ecosystem Support Enhancement]
subgraph G [Ecosystem Construction and Support]
H1[Linux Node Support]
H2[Rust Smart Contracts]
H3[Protocol Layer KYC Mechanism]
end
⚙️ Two, changes and impacts brought by the upgrade
This series of protocol version upgrades is expected to bring the following changes and impacts to the Pi Network.
· Performance and stability improvements: The upgrade to version 23 aims to enhance the network's ability to process more transactions (scalability) and its stability in real-world applications. This includes improvements to consensus algorithms, transaction processing, and compatibility between different network components.
· New features and developer support: The upgrade will introduce some new features, such as support for writing smart contracts in the Rust language. At the same time, Pi Network has also released a Linux node version to expand support for developers and community operators.
· Protocol Layer KYC Mechanism: An important new feature is the introduction of a KYC (Know Your Customer) framework at the protocol level. This helps to verify user identities at the blockchain level, aiming to maintain the characteristics of Pi Network as a KYC-verified blockchain, while providing a more distributed, community-driven KYC process.
· Possible impacts during the upgrade: During the upgrade process, users may encounter planned service interruptions. The development team usually announces these interruptions in advance. In addition, third-party services (such as centralized exchanges) may also be temporarily affected when handling these updates.
🤔 Three, community response and project dynamics
· Community attention and expectations: The global community of Pi Network generally holds attention and expectations for this series of upgrades. Many users believe this is proof that the project is transitioning from the early testing phase to a more advanced development stage. The steady progress of Account Mapping work has also received positive attention from the community, as it relates to whether users can smoothly migrate the balances obtained during the testnet phase to the mainnet.
· Participation in industry events: Dr. Chengdiao Fan, co-founder of Pi Network, will speak at the TOKEN2049 conference held in Singapore from October 1 to 2, 2025. It is expected that he will discuss issues related to the practical application of blockchain technology, which also indicates the project's efforts to seek broader industry recognition and connections.
⚠️ Four, rational view on upgrades and the future
It is important to note that although technical upgrades are a positive signal for project development, investors and users may not immediately feel very significant changes in the short term. The market price of cryptocurrencies is highly volatile, and although the price of Pi Coin has recently seen a short-term increase, it has also experienced declines.
The full launch of the Pi Network mainnet still requires time, and its long-term value ultimately depends on the actual application of the ecosystem, widespread adoption, and the overall environment of the cryptocurrency market. It is recommended that you keep an eye on official channels (such as the official social media and blog of the Pi Core Team) for the most accurate and up-to-date information, and maintain a rational expectation for project development.
I hope this information helps you better understand the recent protocol upgrade progress of Pi Network.
