Pi Network is entering a more structured phase of development as its leadership sharpens focus on infrastructure, AI integration, and ecosystem expansion.
In a recent update, founder Nicolas Kokkalis provided insight into the ongoing work, outlining how the network intends to strengthen its foundations while accelerating real-world utility. The roadmap centers on KYC and migration, developer tool enhancements, and broader ecosystem initiatives.
KYC and Migration Take Center Stage At Pi Network
Kokkalis shared a short video clip outlining the general work ongoing across the Pi ecosystem, placing KYC and migration for Pioneers at the top of the priority list. According to the founder, KYC and migration remain the network’s primary focus. Efforts are underway to enhance the KYC process through AI integrations to improve efficiency and scalability.
At the same time, the network continues processing migrations and second migrations to allow more Pioneers to fully participate in the mainnet ecosystem. Kokkalis also revealed that the rollout of KYC validator rewards could happen this quarter, which could incentivize participation and further strengthen the verification infrastructure.
Network Moves to Lower Barriers for Developers
Beyond Pioneer migrations, Kokkalis emphasized that work is ongoing to improve and expand developer tools. The network aims to lower barriers to building on Pi through simpler integrations and new tools designed to help developers launch and scale real utilities.
In January 2026, Pi announced the launch of a developer library to simplify payment integrations. Previously, setting up payments could be time-consuming. With the new tool, integration would take less than 10 minutes, a major improvement that could accelerate ecosystem growth.
Meanwhile, Kokkalis also highlighted ongoing efforts to boost AI-driven utility creation. The network plans to expand the Pi App Studio with broader access, new payment integrations, and deeper AI capabilities to help apps move from idea to reality faster. Notably, Pi recently rolled out a major upgrade to its App Studio, enhancing how creators build and customize applications.
Strengthening Network-Level Infrastructure and Utility
At the protocol level, Kokkalis noted that more attention will be given to notes, protocol upgrades, DEX functionality, and liquidity pools to better support real, usable applications. He added that Pi Network Ventures continues to invest in startups and businesses focused on advancing real-world utility and production within the ecosystem.
Meanwhile, the network remains committed to fostering a loyal community through flagship events such as Pi Day and hackathons. Together, these initiatives suggest that Pi Network is steadily transitioning from foundational development toward a more utility-driven, infrastructure-focused blockchain ecosystem.
If it creates the buzz required, its price could react. Prediction site Changelly predicts that Pi could reach $5 this year.
Evans Kelvin
The CoinRemark Team
