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April 17, 2026Single-day social intelligence recap and verified catalyst posts · ← Back to $PI Profile · Market Rankings
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95 source posts analyzed· 2026-04-17T02:51:55+00:00The Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 22 – Deadline: Apr 27. All Mainnet nodes are required to complete this step before the deadline to remain connected to the network. Details here: minepi.com/pi-node
· 2026-04-17T21:32:09+00:00Pi’s first smart contract capability is now live on Testnet: subscriptions! This fosters real, recurring, utility-driven use cases. Think e-commerce, streaming, online tools, and more, powered on-chain. Read more in the Pi mining app.
· 2026-04-17T04:25:32+00:00SHOCKING NEWS IN THE CRYPTO WORLD! #PICORETEAM HAS OFFICIALLY OPEN ITS SOURCE CODE! Pi Smart Contracts are now fully public on GitHub! 100% transparent. Community can test, audit, and contribute today. This is a historic milestone for Pi Network! #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T20:49:39+00:00#PiNetwork has just published the PIRC2 document on their homepage. They confirmed in the document that the smallest unit is 0.0000001 Pi, which is worth 7 decimal places. 0.0000001 Pi will have some value; this means that Pi is designed to be an extremely strong currency.
· 2026-04-17T07:50:08+00:00PI NODE ROADMAP REVISED & EXTENDED TO v26.0 Pioneers, we expected v23.0 to be the current final milestone — but Pi Core Team has just updated the official schedule today and added new targets all the way to v26.0. The complete revised roadmap with every step and
· 2026-04-17T04:28:59+00:00Nicolas has just published a lot of files for smart subscription contracts. These contracts allow a user to authorize a service (a Pi application) to deduct a specific amount of Pi at regular intervals (for example, every month). Concrete proof that everything is ready.
· 2026-04-17T06:00:06+00:00OMG! The @PiCoreTeam just decreased the deadline for Pi protocol v23 upgrade from May 18 to May 11, and revealed post-v23 protocol upgrades deadlines for v24 - v26. Deadline for v26 is June 22.
· 2026-04-17T02:00:39+00:00ULTRA-BULLISH SUPER LEGENDARY ALTSEASON 2026 MEGA ALPHA LIST – April 16, 2026 Edition $SOL $250–1,200+ $AVAX $80–300 $LINK $40–160 $ONDO $6–35 $NEAR $25–120 $WLD $12–60 $IMX $9–40 $GALA $0.6–4 $CORE $7–40 $SUPRA $0.5–4 $MNT $7–35 $PI $4–22 $DEFI $0.8–12 $PENGU $0.8–10
· 2026-04-17T11:02:53+00:00The Pi Mainnet is moving to Protocol 22, with a deadline of April 27. All Mainnet node operators must complete the upgrade before this date to stay connected to the network.
· 2026-04-17T18:43:55+00:00JUST IN: Pi Network just dropped a technical innovation for "Subscription" business models in Web3 with its first Smart Contracts release. Typically, the approach of other blockchains on recurring subscription payments have generally come with tradeoffs such as off-chain
· 2026-04-17T00:44:00+00:00Leave your $PI username and check back in 24 hours Don’t say anything just comment your #PiNetwork username below #picoreteam #Picoin #Bitcoin
· 2026-04-17T14:55:11+00:00Pi Network Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 22 Deadline: April 27 Current Status: Successfully migrated to v21.2 IMPORTANT: Stay on v21.2 for now Do NOT upgrade further yet All Mainnet nodes must complete this upgrade to stay connected to the network
· 2026-04-17T15:50:14+00:00Confirmed! The Pi Network standard unit has 7 decimal places based on the latest update from Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis. There's no doubt we weren't wrong to suspect - the Pi unit uses 7 decimal places based on the PCT file. This means the 'smallest token unit' is specifically designed
· 2026-04-17T06:48:23+00:00Jesus! So Pi Network will be on protocol v26 before Pi2Day.
· 2026-04-17T10:04:48+00:00Seeing @PiCoreTeam 's Founder Dr. Chengdiao Fan on stage at @Consensus2026 feels like part of a broader shift happening in the space. As AI rapidly lowers the cost of building products, the real bottleneck is moving elsewhere toward verifiable identity, authentic user data, and
· 2026-04-17T07:30:41+00:00Pi Network has released the setup for Subscription Smart Contracts on GitHub. The Subscription Contract API is designed to enable recurring payments, memberships, premium features, billing cycles, etc. — practical tools for developers to build revenue-generating dApps and
· 2026-04-17T12:42:11+00:00How many $PI do you need to become rich right now?? Drop your $Pi address below, dropping some rewards to random wallets
· 2026-04-17T08:00:18+00:00Pioneers don't understand that Stellar itself is not even on Protocol v26 yet. Their mainnet is currently on v25, while v26 is only on testnet (it's scheduled for a mainnet vote on May 6). This aggressive sprint from Pi Network, to bring its mainnet to v26 by June 22, is
· 2026-04-17T04:45:22+00:00SHOCKING NEWS IN THE CRYPTO WORLD! PI CORE TEAM HAS OFFICIALLY OPEN ITS SOURCE CODE! Pi Smart Contracts are now fully public on GitHub! 100% transparent. Community can test, audit, and contribute today. This is a historic milestone for Pi Network! #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T10:03:48+00:00Pi Network’s direction feels increasingly aligned with where the space is heading. In an AI-driven world, the real edge isn’t just infrastructure it’s data authenticity, verified identity, and real human participation at scale. Excited to see this conversation with Dr.
· 2026-04-17T22:26:32+00:00We told them, 1.0π = $314,159 is UNSTOPPABLE. It is GCV or nothing. Now, Pi standard unit has 7 decimal places based on the latest update from Dr. Nicolas. Ee weren't wrong to suspect Pi unit uses 7 decimals based on PCT file. Smallest token unit is designed for widespread use
· 2026-04-17T03:44:48+00:00On April 17th, today, the official Stellar account announced that the testnet is currently testing Protocol 26 and is preparing for a vote to upgrade. Just now, the official account of the pi project also updated the latest upgrade roadmap. The new roadmap for protocol upgrades
· 2026-04-17T01:22:54+00:00Pi Network is entering a निर्णायक phase. With Protocol v23 on the horizon, the shift toward smart contracts and real dApps could redefine Pi’s future. Meanwhile, speculation is heating up — from potential real-world payments to appearances at Consensus 2026. Is Pi about to
· 2026-04-17T16:53:33+00:00Today I successfully received my 980 Pi coins, from the 2nd migration and transferred them to the Bitget exchange without any issues. Moments like this remind me why conviction and consistency in mining truly pay off — all earned without spending a single rupee. Opportunities
· 2026-04-17T08:22:54+00:00Hey @grok Can $PI make a $RAVE like Move
· 2026-04-17T21:04:20+00:00The era of subscriptions on #PiNetwork is here! Imagine paying for your Starlink subscription in Pi: the Smart Contract automatically deducts the amount from your wallet each month, without any intervention.
· 2026-04-17T22:22:03+00:00Pi works on a native Smart Contract for Recurring Payments. The merchant can 'withdraw' the agreed amount (e.g., 1 Pi) every 30 days. If Pi were a purely speculative and volatile currency, it would be a disaster; no one would dare sign a direct debit contract. #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T06:50:11+00:00Pi is rising in price to welcome the 2026 Consensus event. #pibase # pinetwork
· 2026-04-17T05:06:02+00:00JUST IN : Pi Network GitHub shows activity 2 hours ago A new Paid Subscriptions Smart Contract has been updated on GitHub by Nicolas: Recurring payments on Pi Configurable pricing & billing cycles Built using Soroban (Stellar smart contracts) This is BIG.
· 2026-04-17T07:13:51+00:00What I have written and said all along about Pi Network is proving true over time. Maybe now is the right time for people to buy and read my book. @PiCoreTeam @nkokkalis amazon.com/Pi-Network-Sle …
· 2026-04-17T17:54:31+00:00pi network just reported 18M users fully kyc verified that’s a big number over 1M validators processed hundreds of millions of checks but at the same time, many users are still stuck in “tentative kyc” so it’s growth… but also friction watching how sentiment builds around
· 2026-04-17T10:08:43+00:00Another good chance to short $PI. All the way to $0.06. The pressure is coming.
· 2026-04-17T06:54:00+00:00OPEN SOURCE CODE!!! Pi Smart Contracts | PiRC2 are now fully public on GitHub.
· 2026-04-17T11:33:01+00:00We Are Working Hard to Make SidraBank Project Great Are You Excited For Sidra Price at Listing ? 1. Yes 2. No #SidraFamily $ICE #Airdrop $PI #Bitcoin
· 2026-04-17T01:51:39+00:00Stellar hasn't released version V26 of the protocol yet; they released V26 on Testnet-Stellar today. On May 6, 2026, they will hold a vote on deployment to the Stellar Mainnet. But our network should receive it after June 22. #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T19:07:40+00:00BREAKING NEWS Pi Network just made a major move toward full transparency The Pi Core Team has opened its smart contract code to the public on GitHub This means developers can now review, test and build on Pi openly This is a big step toward trust & real utility
· 2026-04-17T22:09:47+00:00Big news from @PiCoreTeam ! $Pi Network’s first smart contract feature is now LIVE on Testnet. Blockchain-based Subscriptions! Approve once Set your limits & duration Funds stay safe in your wallet Automatic on-chain payments Perfect for e-commerce, streaming
· 2026-04-17T15:06:38+00:00I should be on a massive posting spree sharing my thoughts on Pi, but I'm trying to focus on what I'm building instead.
· 2026-04-17T00:42:50+00:00#PiNetworks: The official protocol upgrade has been released, with some adjustments made to improve privacy. Yes, that's absolutely true . But don't worry, V25 and V26 will help cybersecurity enter large companies, which is pretty much what I predicted before, and they'll all
· 2026-04-17T19:57:40+00:001 = 314159 From a simple tap… to a global movement The value is not just price — it’s belief, utility, and power The future is being built The community is growing The vision is unstoppable #PiNetwork #GCV314159 #FutureIsNow #CryptoVision #Web3Revolution
· 2026-04-17T12:09:24+00:00Pi is being upgraded into a Layer 1 blockchain where smart contracts can run. While it has some centralized aspects, that is simply part of Pi’s unique characteristics. #Pi #PiNetwork #Picoin #파이 #파이코인
· 2026-04-17T17:27:58+00:0018M+ identity-verified users on Pi. But here’s what most people miss 1M users on Pi ≠ 1M users anywhere else. Most networks count accounts. Pi counts real humans. That’s a big difference. Fake accounts can inflate numbers. Verified identities build trust. And trust is
· 2026-04-17T03:47:56+00:00Yesterday, I mentioned that if Pi Network follows Stellar’s path, we may see upgrades up to Version 26. Now, the Pi Core Team has released an updated report showing that the Pi blockchain is scheduled to be upgraded to Version 26 in June. @PiCoreTeam @nkokkalis
· 2026-04-17T12:20:55+00:00Congratulations in advance to all the developers who persevered in building on Pi Network.
· 2026-04-17T02:57:38+00:00Pi Network Update The $PI Mainnet is set to upgrade to Protocol 22 on April 27th.
· 2026-04-17T01:26:54+00:00Witnessing an even grander scale than 2025, Consensus 2026 is set to be a historic gathering of crypto titans, government leaders, and financial powerhouses. All eyes are on Pi Network as our visionary leaders, Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis and Dr. Chengdiao Fan, take the stage once more.
· 2026-04-17T05:46:21+00:00PI NETWORK DROPS THE CODE! SMART CONTRACTS ARE NOW OPEN SOURCE! The wait is over, Pioneers! @PiCoreTeam has officially released the blockchain smart contract source code on GitHub! This isn't just another update it's the foundation of Pi's programmable future,
· 2026-04-17T17:59:18+00:00Pi is launching its first smart contract capability on Pi Testnet: subscriptions. This fosters use cases that map directly to real products and recurring utility-driven services such as e-commerce, streaming, online tools, and more. While subscriptions are commonly used by
· 2026-04-17T05:48:27+00:00BREAKING: PI NETWORK JUST OPENED ITS SOURCE CODE! Historic moment in crypto history! @PiCoreTeam has officially released Pi Smart Contracts on GitHub fully public, fully transparent. Community can now test, audit, and contribute No more black box — 100%
· 2026-04-17T14:52:15+00:00The kind of pump $Pi is going to take, I don’t think most pioneers can hold it.
· 2026-04-17T00:54:48+00:00Never stop Mining $Pi even when rewards feel small! Your #PiNetwork account is NOT just a wallet… It's your DIGITAL IDENTITY Authorization for DApps Access to full Ecosystem utilities 1 Pioneer = 1 Account = 1 Verified Human No bots. No fakes. No duplicates.
· 2026-04-17T01:10:54+00:00This was the moment the PI listing on Stellar LOBSTR sparked massive excitement across the Pioneer community. The appearance of 314,159 USDC quickly drew attention and created intense reactions among Pioneers worldwide. Although it was later removed, the moment remains one
· 2026-04-17T15:31:51+00:00$BTC, $PI & $CORE Everything is Pumping
· 2026-04-17T12:15:09+00:00Pi Mainnet Upgrade Alert – Protocol 22 The Pi Network is rolling out an important Mainnet upgrade to Protocol 22, and all node operators need to take action! Deadline: April 27 To stay connected and continue supporting the network, every Mainnet node must complete
· 2026-04-17T01:25:37+00:00Stop. Look at the new version 1.8! Go to the Map of pi app!
· 2026-04-17T01:13:16+00:00Do you support the proposed GCV value of $314,159, Pioneers? Can you describe your comprehension of GCV? Is $314,159 a realistic expectation for GCV? #lifestyle #Picoin #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T13:59:15+00:00$Pi showing strong bullish signals #PiNetwork community turning highly positive after recent protocol upgrades and upcoming PiDex & Launchpad mainnets Price gaining momentum Volume increasing Community stronger than ever Big moves loading… @PiCoreTeam
· 2026-04-17T00:09:29+00:00We will be and will follow Pi Network to the very end.
· 2026-04-17T05:48:49+00:00#Pi
· 2026-04-17T05:15:43+00:00Pi Network Unlock Update April 17, 2026 Today, approximately 18.8M $PI is set to be unlocked, introducing fresh supply into circulation Estimated value: $3.22 million USD
· 2026-04-17T13:40:30+00:00$Pi is gaining momentum. We are going to see a big pump ahead of consensus miami.
· 2026-04-17T05:30:26+00:00Pi Network… A rough gem, Poised to become a precious jewel #Pi #Pinetwork #Vietkimbao github.com/PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T04:26:43+00:00JUST IN : Pi Network GitHub shows activity 2 hours ago A new Paid Subscriptions Smart Contract has been updated.... Recurring payments on Pi Configurable pricing & billing cycles Built using Soroban (Stellar smart contracts) This is BIG. Follow ~ @PiNews360 for
· 2026-04-17T21:35:44+00:00Message from Core Team behind Pi Network
· 2026-04-17T02:55:16+00:00BREAKING FROM CORE TEAM The Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 22. Deadline for node users: Apr 27.
· 2026-04-17T09:47:02+00:00THE VALUE OF PI IS IN ITS VISION It’s not just about price… It’s about utility, adoption, and belief. A network powered by people A currency built for the future The real question: Do you see the vision? #PiNetwork
· 2026-04-17T08:16:14+00:00Protocol 26 is live on Stellar testnet. So June is an ideal time for Pi Network to upgrade to version 26. The partnership between @stellar and @PiCoreTeam is great!
· 2026-04-17T23:27:52+00:00Home»Blog»Introducing Subscription Smart Contract Functionality on the Testnet Pi Network is launching its first smart contract functionality on the Pi Testnet: Subscription Support! The subscription model is one of the most common business models in the modern service sector,
· 2026-04-17T17:03:28+00:001 $PI token= $341000 Pi miners said pi was gonna list for $341k per 1 I was planning to buy a small country with my Pi and become the president The Airdrop cooked though
· 2026-04-17T10:33:32+00:00The $RAVE FDV is at 18.7Billion. It is bigger than many coins like TON, SUI, AVAX and $PI . Which part of the cycle is this?
· 2026-04-17T08:01:24+00:00Pioneers stay active on Pi Network Something big is building… and the whole world will soon be surprised While others are sleeping, smart ones are preparing If your $Pi is still small, this is the time to increase your position Buy & sell easily with @JBexchange4
· 2026-04-17T07:39:12+00:00THE VALUE OF PI IS IN ITS VISION It’s not just about price… It’s about utility, adoption, and belief. A network powered by people A currency built for the future The real question: Do you see the vision? #PiNetwork #PiCoin #PayWithPi #CryptoVision
· 2026-04-17T05:55:09+00:00Pi Network Unlock Update April 17, 2026 Today, approximately 18.8M $PI is set to be unlocked, introducing fresh supply into circulation Estimated value: $3.22 million USD #pi #pinetwork #mainnet #bnb
· 2026-04-17T14:05:39+00:00$PI, oh don't be scared, the PhD will help us get back to shore
· 2026-04-17T13:59:35+00:00Pi Network Surpasses 100 Million Downloads as KYC Progress Signals One of the Largest Web3 User Networks
· 2026-04-17T18:45:55+00:00Short Summary: v21.2 → Stabilization & Foundation (stability & preparation) - COMPLETED v22.1 → Transaction efficiency + quality token rules (efficiency + governance) v23.0 → Smart contracts & Web3 ecosystem (full functionality & utility) Follow @Pi_OM_2025
· 2026-04-17T03:29:04+00:00Attention Pi Network Community! The Pi Mainnet is set to upgrade to Protocol 22, and it’s crucial for all Mainnet nodes to complete this upgrade by April 27. This step is essential to ensure your node remains connected to the network and continues to function
· 2026-04-17T09:47:47+00:00The Foundation is Set. Now the World Stage Awaits. Over 18 million real humans have completed KYC. Read that again. Not bots. Not fake wallets. 18 million verified Pioneers. This isn’t just growth. This is infrastructure. And now… Pi is stepping onto the global stage
· 2026-04-17T13:45:52+00:00Pi Network Unveils Paid Subscription Smart Contract on Soroban: A New Era for Web3 Payments
· 2026-04-17T22:28:09+00:00PI NETWORS NEW: PI NODE UPDATE – PROTOCOL UPGRADE STATUS (LATEST) Pi Network has officially expanded the Mainnet Node Upgrade Roadmap, confirming a longer sequential upgrade path from v19 → v26. Official document: docs.google.com/document/d/1iq … MANDATORY UPGRADE
· 2026-04-17T19:22:31+00:00Pi is launching its first smart contract capability on Pi Testnet: subscriptions. This fosters use cases that map directly to real products and recurring utility-driven services such as e-commerce, streaming, online tools, and more. While subscriptions are commonly used by
· 2026-04-17T03:04:50+00:00Important news. All Pi miners need to take compliance first remaining valued in the network. Thanks Pi Network.
· 2026-04-17T04:45:06+00:0018 MILLION+ VERIFIED USERS… BUT HERE’S WHAT PEOPLE DON’T UNDERSTAND There are over 18M identity-verified Pioneers on Pi Network. Sounds impressive, right? But here’s the real point most people miss 1 million verified users on Pi ≠ 1 million users on most other networks. Why?
· 2026-04-17T17:05:09.347165+00:00Red Flags in Crypto’s Top 50: XRP’s Admin Key, Pi Coin Scam, and USDT’s Missing Audit Not everything in crypto’s top 50 is as clean as it looks. Justin Bons just dropped a list of major red flags that every buyer should be aware of. Some projects claim to be decentralized but
· 2026-04-17T13:45:09.683163+00:00Pi Network price breaks out of falling wedge as devs reveal mainnet v22 upgrade details Pi Network price rallied 8% on Friday as developers revealed a hard deadline for the Pi Network mainnet upgrade to version 22. Summary Pi Network price jumped 8% to a three-week high of $0.18
· 2026-04-17T13:45:09.683158+00:00Circle quietly wires USDC into crypto’s new settlement spine Circle’s new USDC Bridge aims to turn cross‑chain transfers into a near‑invisible backend plumbing layer for on‑chain dollars, replacing fragmented bridges with a single bank‑style ledger exp
· 2026-04-17T21:55:09+00:00pi subscriptions on testnet? game changer for streaming lfg
· 2026-04-17T12:02:06+00:00Its dope to see Pi Network innovating beyond just infrastructure though
· 2026-04-17T11:54:59+00:00sounds like pi is really positioning itself for the fut
· 2026-04-17T23:35:21.965759+00:00BUY ALTCOINS NOW” — Altseason Index Signals Massive Pump Ahead, But Are These 4 Coins Worth the Risk? The Altseason Index shows a compression pattern that often precedes strong market expansion. XRP reflects stability, while Aptos and Sui show higher growth but increased volatility. Pi remain
· 2026-04-17T17:15:22.748317+00:00Spartans Climbs To #14 Globally On Massive Pre-Launch Traction While Pi Loses Steam And Ethereum Extends Gains Market volatility keeps crypto narratives shifting rapidly across global trading screens. Pi network price remains under pressure while Ethereum price today shows strength near key support le
· 2026-04-17T15:15:09.311948+00:00Pi Mainnet Moves Toward Protocol 22 with April 27 Set for Node Updates Pi Mainnet is moving toward Protocol 22, with April 27 set as the deadline tied to node readiness. The update puts fresh attention on Pi Node, which supports network security and transaction
· 2026-04-17T14:15:12.641323+00:00NEA explores use of artificial intelligence in nuclear regulation The NEA Working Group on New Technologies convened a workshop on March 25–26, focusing on how artificial intelligence can be applied to regulatory oversight and internal operations within nuc
· 2026-04-17T08:55:14.556568+00:00Pi Network Gives Node Operators Until April 27 to Upgrade or Risk Disconnection, But There’s A Twist A routine node upgrade deadline has been released by the Pi Network team. On April 17, the Pi Core Team confirmed that the Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 22, with a hard deadline set for
· 2026-04-17T08:15:10.621794+00:00Pi Network’s PI Finally Stages Big Recovery After New Deadline Announcement After consecutive weeks of consistently trading downward, Pi Network’s native token has finally staged a more impressive recovery over the past 24 hours or so, surging to and just over $0.18.