- Pi Network warned Mainnet node operators to upgrade to Protocol v25 or risk losing access to the network.
- Meanwhile, PI has rebounded from recent lows as the project expands its ecosystem with new utility-focused applications.
Pi Network has issued an urgent reminder to node operators after a key Mainnet migration deadline passed, highlighting the importance of maintaining network stability during a challenging period for the project. While the PI coin has shown signs of recovery from recent lows, the network’s future now depends on both successful infrastructure upgrades and stronger real-world utility.
Pi Network Pushes Node Operators to Upgrade
The Pi Network Core Team has called on all Mainnet node operators to upgrade to Protocol v25 immediately or risk being removed from the network.
Reminder for all Pi Mainnet Node operators: The majority of Mainnet node operators have already successfully upgraded to Protocol v25. If you have not yet upgraded your node, please do so at your earliest convenience to remain connected to the network.
— Pi Network (@PiCoreTeam) June 20, 2026
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The upgrade process began in February 2026 as part of broader infrastructure improvements designed to strengthen Mainnet operations. Version 24 was introduced first, but some operators experienced delays during the transition. To complete the migration, the Core Team set June 18, 2026, as the deadline for installing Protocol v25.
Two days after the deadline, the team issued a public statement warning operators who had not yet upgraded their nodes.
According to the Core Team, most Mainnet node operators have already completed the migration. However, those who fail to upgrade could lose their connection to the network, reducing their participation in block validation and potentially affecting decentralization.
The warning highlights the importance of maintaining synchronized infrastructure across the network as Pi continues to expand its Mainnet ecosystem.
PI Price Shows Signs of Recovery
The migration warning comes as PI attempts to recover from a difficult period in the crypto market.
Earlier this month, a broader cryptocurrency sell-off pushed the token below the $0.12 level, marking a new all-time low. The asset then struggled to break above the $0.14 resistance zone while repeatedly testing support near $0.13.
Buyers eventually stepped in to defend that support level, helping the token rebound by more than 4% in a single day. PI is currently trading near $0.135 at the time of writing.
The recovery has lifted the token roughly 15% from its recent low. However, PI remains significantly below its February 2025 peak, reflecting the ongoing challenges facing the project.
Market participants are also watching the token unlock schedule planned for July 2026. Lower daily token releases could help reduce short-term selling pressure and support price stability.
Ecosystem Expansion Targets Real Utility
Beyond price action, Pi Network continues to focus on expanding utility across its ecosystem.
The project recently updated its Ecosystem Directory Staking mechanism, a system designed to increase visibility for applications built on the network. Unlike traditional staking models that reward users with additional tokens, this system encourages participants to lock tokens in exchange for greater exposure for their projects.
Pi Network has also introduced GalaxyPi, a new strategy and base-building game currently in beta testing. The game’s initial allocation reportedly filled quickly, suggesting strong community interest.
New $PI ecosystem app, @GalaxyPiApp fills Round 1 sign-ups in the space of hours.
— BSCN (@BSCNews) June 20, 2026
New @PiCoreTeam ecosystem app, GalaxyPi, which offers a high quality strategy and base-building game, saw massive interest after launch, filling its initial 500 beta user spots in the space of just… pic.twitter.com/KZ2EhT4Igx
These initiatives form part of a broader effort to increase transactional activity and encourage real-world use cases for the PI token.
Pi Network Faces a Crucial Test
Pi Network now finds itself at a critical stage of development.
From a technical perspective, the successful completion of the Protocol v25 migration is essential for maintaining network security and decentralization. At the same time, investors are closely monitoring the $0.14 price level, which has become a key resistance zone.
A sustained move above that level could strengthen market confidence and open the door for further gains toward $0.16 later this year. On the other hand, continued weakness in price combined with incomplete node migration could slow progress and extend the current consolidation phase.
The coming months will likely determine whether Pi Network can transform growing ecosystem activity into lasting value while maintaining the technical foundation needed to support long-term growth.
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