Binance exclusion of PI coin from vote to list::

As of April 5, 2025, Binance has not listed Pi Coin, despite significant interest from the Pi Network community. Several factors appear to contribute to this decision. Binance has excluded Pi Network from its "Vote to List" initiative multiple times, most recently in early April 2025, where it overlooked Pi in favor of other tokens. Reports suggest that Binance’s reluctance stems from concerns over Pi Network’s transparency, particularly regarding its tokenomics, such as the locking and burning mechanisms managed by the PiCoreTeam (PCT). These mechanisms lack sufficient disclosure, which conflicts with Binance’s stringent listing standards that prioritize transparency and compliance.

Additionally, Pi Network operates on its own blockchain, not the BNB Smart Chain, which is a requirement for Binance’s "Vote to List" program. This technical mismatch has been cited as a key reason for its exclusion. The absence of an operational, fully decentralized mainnet—Pi is still transitioning from a restricted phase—further raises questions about liquidity and decentralization, critical criteria for Binance listings. Community sentiment, while strongly in favor of a listing (with past votes showing 86-87% support), has not swayed Binance’s stance, leading to frustration among Pi holders and a subsequent price drop, with Pi Coin hitting a new low of $0.53 after the latest rejection.

Despite this, Pi has secured listings on smaller exchanges like BTCC and CoinEx, indicating some market traction. However, without clearer communication from the PiCoreTeam and alignment with Binance’s requirements, a near-term listing on the world’s largest exchange remains unlikely. The Pi community remains hopeful for a direct listing outside the voting program, but no timeline has been confirmed.