Pi Network is entering a new phase as pi smart contracts move closer to production, reshaping the project beyond its mobile mining origins.
Protocol 20 goes live on Mainnet
The Pi Core Team has confirmed that the network successfully migrated its Mainnet to Protocol 20, activating the core infrastructure for smart contracts, dApps and NFTs. This upgrade marks the technical foundation for a broader ecosystem, rather than just token transfers between users.
Commenting on the change, PiNetwork DEX stated that “with Mainnet on Protocol 20, the foundation for smart contracts is set.” Moreover, the team framed this as the start of a “utility era,” focused on building applications that bring real value to the growing community.
For years, Pi concentrated on mobile-based mining and network growth. However, the successful Mainnet shift to Protocol 20 shows a clear pivot toward real-world use cases and application development. That said, the team stresses it will move carefu
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