Pi Network Set to Enter Open Mainnet on February 20, 2025: What It Means for Users and the Crypto Industry

The long-awaited moment for Pi Network users, known as Pioneers, is finally approaching! On February 20, 2025, at 8:00 AM UTC, Pi Network will transition into its Open Mainnet phase, marking a significant milestone in the project’s journey. This move signals the end of the Enclosed Mainnet phase, which began in December 2021, and will open up Pi Network to external systems, exchanges, and a broader crypto ecosystem.

In this article, we’ll explore:
✅ What led to the Open Mainnet launch
✅ Key achievements during the Enclosed Mainnet phase
✅ What changes Pioneers can expect
✅ The potential impact on the crypto space

A Journey from Mobile Mining to Open Blockchain

Pi Network was launched on March 14, 2019, with a vision of making cryptocurrency accessible to everyone through mobile mining. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies that require energy-intensive mining rigs, Pi could be mined using a smartphone, making it an inclusive and eco-friendly digital currency.

To ensure a secure and scalable ecosystem, the network introduced different development phases:

• Phase 1 (Pre-Mainnet, 2019 - 2021): Users could mine Pi and build the community, but transactions remained within the mobile app.
• Phase 2 (Enclosed Mainnet, 2021 - 2025): Pi transitioned to its own blockchain, but interactions were restricted to the internal ecosystem, allowing time for KYC (Know Your Customer) verification, app development, and security enhancements.
• Phase 3 (Open Mainnet, Feb 2025): Pi will now connect with the broader crypto world, enabling greater adoption, utility, and exchange integration.

Key Milestones Leading to the Open Mainnet

Pi Network has achieved several important goals before announcing its Open Mainnet launch:

✔ Over 10.14 million users successfully migrated to the Mainnet (exceeding the initial target of 10 million).
✔ 19 million users completed KYC verification, ensuring security and authenticity within the network.
✔ 100+ applications launched on the Pi ecosystem, driving real-world use cases.

These milestones have strengthened Pi’s foundation, making it ready for external integrations and wider adoption.

What Will Change with the Open Mainnet?

As Pi Network enters the Open Mainnet, several significant changes will take place: