Pi Network Strategic Transformation: Strengthening KYB Enterprise Verification, Building a Compliance Dual-track Distribution Framework, Accelerating Mainnet Migration.

Pi Network is undergoing a major strategic adjustment by strengthening its KYB (Know Your Business) verification system, prioritizing the distribution of Pi Tokens to compliance fiat on-ramp service providers instead of directly listing on Centralized Exchanges (CEX). This move aims to build a dual-track distribution framework centered around compliance, accessibility, and real user participation (KYB for businesses + KYC for users), curbing speculative trading and promoting the practical application of the Pi ecosystem. With KYB certification partners like Banxa, TransFi Onramp. Money, and Onramper joining, the Pi ecosystem now covers over 100 countries and 170 payment methods, and the Mainnet migration process is expected to accelerate.

Strategic Shift: KYB Verification Becomes Core of Pi Distribution

The Pi Core team is adjusting its Pi Token distribution strategy. Unlike traditional cryptocurrency projects that release a large amount of tokens directly to Centralized Exchanges (CEX), Pi Network chooses to prioritize the distribution of tokens to partner wallets that have passed KYB verification. Well-known community member Dr. Altcoin pointed out that this distribution method can effectively avoid speculative risks. This focus on the dual-track distribution framework (enterprise KYB + user KYC) strategic adjustment is accompanied by the Pi Core team's ongoing reminders for users to complete KYC verification as soon as possible for Mainnet migration.

Fiat on-ramp channel expansion, enhancing global Compliance access

Currently, the fiat on-ramp platforms that have obtained KYB verification (such as Banxa, TransFi Onramp. Money, Onramper) cover over 100 countries and support more than 170 payment methods. This will provide a broader compliance access channel for Pi Token while ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements. This move significantly enhances the global accessibility and fiat exchange convenience of the Pi ecosystem.

Suppress speculation, build a real application ecosystem

Dr. Altcoin believes that this model will enable Pi Network to achieve global expansion and reduce the exposure risk to price volatility, speculative manipulation, and liquidity-driven whale trades. Unlike traditional cryptocurrency issuance methods, Pi's model is designed to direct the token supply towards users and merchants who genuinely intend to use Pi in the ecosystem. This includes using Pi tokens for in-app payments, peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions, and purchasing services. Dr. Altcoin emphasizes:

"By requiring KYB (Know Your Business), Pi ensures that only verified legitimate businesses can participate in its blockchain operations, thereby establishing trust and protecting Pioneers from fraud. Only businesses that have passed KYB verification can operate Pi wallets and conduct blockchain transactions on the Pi Mainnet."

CEX Role Transformation: Liquidity Provision Rather than Distribution Hub

Although the listing of coins on centralized exchanges (CEX) will still provide liquidity support for Pi, its role in Pi's distribution strategy is supplementary, not core. By focusing on trust, compliance, and real-world utility, Pi Network is committed to being a potential example of how digital currency can expand within a regulated environment.

Industry Impact and Future Development

Dr. Altcoin pointed out that Pi's dual-track distribution model may become a blueprint for mature crypto projects, providing a reference for projects seeking to connect blockchain infrastructure with mainstream business. The infrastructure of Pi Network will receive significant enhancements alongside the upgrade of Stellar Protocol 23. In addition, the Pi Core team is strengthening measures to address misinformation within the community. In the latest email sent to community members, the team has made a public appeal advocating for fact-based content to educate the broader public.

The market reaction is positive, and the price of Pi coin rebounded during the day

Against the backdrop of a broader recovery in the cryptocurrency market, the price of Pi Coin rebounded 5% today. Its daily trading volume surged 63% to $78 million, indicating bullish sentiment among traders.

Conclusion: Pi Network demonstrates a strong commitment to compliant operations and ecological practical value by strengthening KYB verification and building a dual-track distribution framework. This strategic transformation is expected to significantly reduce speculative behavior, accelerate the application of Pi Token in real business scenarios, and lay the foundation for the project's long-term sustainable development after the Mainnet migration. With the integration of more compliant fiat on-ramps and infrastructure upgrades, the global expansion and value capture ability of the Pi ecosystem deserve continued attention. Investors should closely monitor the project's progress, KYC completion rates, and the implementation of ecological applications.