What to Know
- Pi Network unblocked nearly 2.5 million users for Mainnet migration after a new technical update
- Over 700,000 more accounts will soon be allowed to submit KYC applications
- Total Mainnet migrations reached 16 million as Pi tests palm print verification and validator rewards
Pi Network has released a major technical update that clears the way for nearly 2.5 million Pioneers to move to Mainnet. These users were previously blocked due to extra security and compliance checks in certain regions.
Millions Now Cleared
According to the latest update, around 2.5 million Pioneers who were stuck in the migration process are now unblocked. With the new fix, eligible users who have completed the Mainnet Checklist and are active in mining can now migrate their balances automatically. These accounts were delayed because they required additional checks or fell into special edge cases during verification.
The Pi team explained that many blocked cases are grouped by technical issues. Once a solution is built for a specific problem type, that entire group of users is cleared together. That’s why unblocking happens in batches instead of all at once. With this progress, Pi says total Mainnet migrations have now reached 16 million users, making it one of the largest identity verified blockchain networks by user count.
700,000 More Users
Another update is expected in the coming weeks that will allow over 700,000 additional users to submit their KYC applications. These users were previously not eligible to apply. Once this update goes live, affected users should open the Pi app and check their KYC status. The network says early submission helps move accounts faster toward Mainnet readiness.
The team also noted that some of these new KYC applications may still need deeper review to confirm account authenticity and prevent misuse. The goal is to allow genuine users through while filtering bad actors.
Palm Print Authentication in Beta Testing
Pi Network is also testing a new palm print authentication feature in beta. This will be used as an extra way to confirm that an account belongs to a real human. Unlike face scans, palm print checks do not require showing the face, which may appeal to users who want more privacy. The feature may be used in the future for:
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Extra identity checks
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Account recovery
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Password resets
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Two-factor security steps
The beta test will be rolled out to a small group first and then reviewed before wider release.
Rewards for KYC validators are still on track for distribution by the end of March 2026. The reward system design and coding are complete and currently under testing. The delay is mainly due to the huge amount of data involved. Since 2021, validators have processed hundreds of millions of verification tasks across different testing and rollout phases.
Pi Price Action
Following the update, PI token price rose about 4.3% in 24 hours, slightly ahead of the broader crypto market’s gains. However, the token is still down roughly 24% over the past 30 days. Mainly, this is positive reaction to the migration and KYC update. On the technical side, PI’s daily RSI 14 dropped to 27.39, well into oversold territory. The MACD histogram also turned slightly less negative, hinting at fading bearish momentum. Analysts warn that the longer trend remains weak and future token releases could add selling pressure. At the time of writing PI is trading at around $0.1585.
The total crypto market cap also increased 4.24% in the past 24 hours, with spot volume up 8.68%. This broad‑based recovery provided a supportive backdrop for altcoins like PI.
Final Thoughts
Pi Network is encouraging users to complete KYC if eligible and finish the mainnet checklist. Users should always check the app regularly for status updates. With millions more users now moving forward, the network says these steps are key to joining the growing Mainnet ecosystem.
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