As Pi Network approaches the launch of its global open mainnet, one crucial reality is becoming increasingly clear: only a very small portion of Pi coins will qualify to operate at the Global Consensus Value (GCV). Despite the potential for 10 billion Pi coins in circulation, less than 1 million are expected to retain the essential Purity Badge ✅ — a mark that determines whether a Pi coin is valid for use at GCV.

This discrepancy arises from one key factor: exchange transfers. Many users have already moved their Pi to unauthorized exchanges. According to the Pi Core Team, any such transfer permanently removes the Purity Badge, rendering those coins ineligible for GCV-based transactions, even if they’re moved back into the Pi ecosystem.

The Vision from the Founders

Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis, a co-founder of Pi Network, has consistently emphasized the long-term value of Pi:

> “Every Pi is scarce and valuable. And those Pioneers who persevere until the end will achieve great things in life.”

Similarly, Dr. Chengdiao Fan reinforced Pi’s unique design:

> “10 Pi is enough for a generation, and Pi is non-conformist!”

These statements echo Pi Network’s mission: to build a utility-based, fair, and decentralized digital economy.

What to Expect at the Global Open Mainnet

Once the Pi Network transitions to its global open mainnet, the ecosystem will undergo several major updates:

Lower Gas Fees: Transactions on the Pi Blockchain will become more efficient and cost-effective.

Smart Contract Integration: Pi will have its own contract address under the Pi Blockchain Network.

Node Activation: Up to 300 computer nodes will go live, supporting a more decentralized infrastructure

Real-Time Valuation: The Pi Browser will display Pi’s actual market value through the Pi Blockchain Explorer.

Wallet Updates: Users will see their available Pi balance alongside its dollar equivalent in the Pi Browser wallet.

Understanding Pi Balances: Contribution vs. Non-Contribution

Going forward, Pi Browser wallets will recognize two distinct types of balances:

1. Contribution Balance

These are Pi coins that were mined and never transferred to exchanges. They retain the Purity Badge ✅ and are fully eligible for transactions at GCV.

2. Non-Contribution Balance

These include any Pi coins previously moved to crypto exchanges. They permanently lose the Purity Badge ✅ and cannot be used at GCV, even if returned to the Pi Browser.

You Can’t Bypass the System

To ensure the integrity of the Pi economy, the system does not allow shortcuts. To hold Pi with a valid Purity Badge ✅, users must:

Create a Pi Network account

Mine Pi for at least 30 days

Complete full KYC (Know Your Customer) verification

Be part of the migration queue

Once these steps are complete, the Pi Core Team will transfer the user's mined Pi from the mobile app to their Pi Browser wallet — tagged with the Purity Badge. However, if the coins are sent to any exchange, the badge is irreversibly lost.

Official Sources of Information

The details outlined above are based on verified materials from:

1. Pi Network GitHub – for smart contract code and backend validation

2. The Pi Network Whitepaper – outlining the vision, mission, and economic model

3. The Pi Browser – the main interface for interacting with the Pi ecosystem

Final Words

As Pi mining nears its conclusion, this is a pivotal moment for all Pioneers. Those who have remained loyal, followed the rules, and avoided the temptation of trading Pi prematurely will be the ones best positioned for success. With the open mainnet on the horizon, the true value of Pi — both economically and ideologically — is about to be realized.

Congratulations to all committed Pioneers who stayed the course. The future of Pi is almost here.#PiCoreTeam