I had the chance to follow the Consensus 2025 conference held in Toronto, Canada (May 14–16), and one of the most impactful highlights was the presence of Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis, the founder and CTO of Pi Network. His vision for merging AI with blockchain for real-world impact resonated with many, especially those of us focused on inclusion and accessibility in crypto.$SOL
💡 Keynote by Nicolas Kokkalis – “AI + Blockchain Infrastructure to Unleash Mainstream Adoption”
Kokkalis delivered an eye-opening keynote centered on how AI and blockchain can be fused to drive mainstream crypto adoption.
Encouraged AI developers to build on the Pi blockchain
Highlighted use cases in DeFi, digital identity, and financial access for underserved regions
Emphasized the need for flexible international regulations to support both rural mobile miners and advanced dApp builders
It was clear: Pi Network is building not just a blockchain—but a bridge to opportunity for regions lacking digital infrastructure.
🧱 Pi Network’s Strong Presence at the Conference
As an official block sponsor, Pi Network went all-in at Consensus:
Hosted workshops, panel discussions, and dev sessions focused on Web3 innovation
Covered ecosystem strategies across e-commerce, gaming, DeFi, and social networks
Made a key announcement on May 14:
🔐 Central node disabled
🧩 Potential open-sourcing of the code
🚀 Full decentralization is clearly in motion
This marks a major shift from testnet narratives to actual real-world utility (RWU).
⚖️ Regulatory & Global Real-World Focus
Dr. Kokkalis joined a panel with leaders like Eric Trump and Robert Hines (White House Digital Asset Advisory Council), tackling some bold questions:
How should governments regulate mobile-based decentralized economies?
What’s the path forward for emerging market participation in Web3?
Pi’s strategy stands out: build for users in Indonesia, Nigeria, India, the Philippines, and beyond — using eco-friendly mobile mining and a truly decentralized infrastructure.
📌 My Final Thoughts
Pi Network’s participation at Consensus 2025 was a huge moment of validation for the project. The message was clear: real adoption comes when tech meets local needs.
That said, the community is still waiting on a few key developments:
When will Pi be listed on major exchanges?
What’s next for Pi price discovery?
Until then, the foundation laid at this event has definitely strengthened trust and elevated expectations.
🗣️ What do YOU think of Pi’s strategy?
📲 Is mobile mining the key to Web3 adoption in developing nations?
👇 Let’s discuss below!
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