Pi Network Expands Access with Syria KYC and .pi Domain Auction Extension

Pi Network has unveiled a series of product upgrades in August 2025, aimed at enhancing the utility and scalability of its ecosystem. The Pi Core Team has introduced PiPay V2, which is now fully integrated on-chain, enabling decentralized and secure payments across Pi apps and platforms. This development is seen as a critical step in building a functional Web3 experience for users and reinforcing Pi’s vision of a globally accessible digital economy [1].

Alongside PiPay V2, the Pi App has received a utility update that equips developers and Pioneers with new tools to support real-world applications. These improvements are intended to enhance user experience and scalability, positioning the platform for broader adoption [1]. The network has also optimized its Mainnet migration process, offering faster onboarding and a smoother transition for Pioneers moving from testnet environments. This move is particularly significant for expanding global access and supporting a growing user base [1].

In a key expansion step, Pi Network has opened KYC verification in Syria, allowing local users to complete identity checks and migrate to the Mainnet. This inclusion marks an important milestone in Pi’s mission to provide financial tools to underserved populations and is expected to boost local participation and engagement [1].

To further encourage innovation, the network has extended the .pi Domain auction deadline to September 30, 2025. The auction allows developers to claim branded domains for their Pi-based applications, using Pi coins as a bid currency. This extension gives participants more time to build and test applications, aiming to foster a competitive and functional Pi App ecosystem. The auction has already attracted strong interest, with over 3 million Pi coins locked in bids within 24 hours, demonstrating significant community participation [1][5].

The updates reflect Pi Network’s ongoing transition from a mobile-mining model to a more utility-driven platform. Users are now being encouraged to engage with tools such as Pi Profile, which supports digital identity creation and verification [2]. These moves underscore the network’s focus on building a robust infrastructure that can support real-world applications and user interaction [4].

The broader crypto space is also seeing similar efforts to tokenize real-world assets, with other projects like Plume Network launching programs such as Ascend to support RWA tokenization. While Pi Network’s initiatives differ in scope, they align with the trend of leveraging blockchain for trust and identity management [6].

As the platform continues to evolve, its success will depend on sustained user engagement and adaptability to regulatory developments. The extended .pi domain auction provides potential participants with more time to prepare, which could further drive innovation and value creation within the Pi Network ecosystem [1].

Source:

[1] Pi Network Boosts Access with August Updates and Domain Auction, Coinfomania (https://coinfomania.com/pi-network-boosts-access-with-august-updates-and-domain-auction/)

[2] Pi Network's Latest Move: A Masterstroke or a, Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/30130****2253070/posts/4172****82943263/)

[5] 1. Token Lockup Boom Over 3 million Pi locked in just 24 ..., Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/pinetapp.shop/posts/174****590677561/)

[6] Plume Launches Ascend Accelerator for RWA Tokenization, Coinfomania (https://coinfomania.com/plume-ascend-rwa-accelerator-plume/)