Pi Day 2025: A New Era for Pi Network

With the launch of the Open Network and external connectivity, Pi Network has entered a new phase—bridging its thriving ecosystem to the broader blockchain space and enhancing real-world utility.

Millions of Pioneers are actively using Pi, tens of thousands of businesses are integrating it, and many apps have emerged to meet community needs—demonstrating Pi’s strength and stability in both the Pi and broader crypto ecosystems.

Key Announcements

1. .pi Domains Auction: New Platform Utility

• .pi domains function like traditional internet domains—unique digital identifiers for apps, stores, personal sites, etc.—but are built for Web3.
• Fully integrated with the Pi Browser and compatible with traditional browsers via pinet.com.
• Entirely powered by Pi cryptocurrency, enabling domain acquisition via blockchain-based auctions.
• Auction period: March 14 – June 28, 2025.
• Minimum bid: 10 Pi. Gas fees apply.
• Pioneers use claimable balances to bid (reversible before the auction ends). Non-Pioneers can bid using Pi from exchanges via custom “M” addresses.

What Makes .pi Domains Unique?

• Backed by the attention of over 60 million Pioneers, 19M+ verified users, and thousands of active Pi merchants.
• Real utility now: storefronts, blogs, apps, and brand identities.
• Unlike speculative Web3 assets, .pi domains have immediate, practical applications within a live ecosystem.

2. PiFest: First on Open Network (March 14–21)

• Over 100,000 registered merchants, including 49,000 active on Map of Pi.
• Pioneers can shop using Pi, discover businesses via Map of Pi, and share experiences via Fireside Forum.
• Strengthens Pi’s real-world utility through local commerce.

3. Mainnet Ecosystem App Expansion

• Developers can now apply to list Mainnet-ready apps directly via the Developer Portal—no more whitelist wait.
• Still subject to review for quality, utility, and ecosystem compliance.
• Goal: Increase quantity and quality of visible apps in the Pi Browser.

4. Revamped Ecosystem UI

• Improved interface for easier navigation.
• New badges:
• M for Mainnet apps
• T for Testnet apps
• ! for apps not on PiNet
• Badge info appears when tapping into app pages.

Conclusion

Happy 6th Anniversary to the Pi Network! The Open Network era opens up unprecedented opportunities. With a solid foundation, community engagement, and increasing utility, Pi is positioning itself as a major force in Web3 and beyond.