- Pi Network adds AI-assisted tools to make app creation faster and simpler.
- The new staking hub lets users vote and support promising Pi apps.
- Pi introduces DEX and AMM on Testnet to test trading and liquidity tools.
- Expert suggests Pi build its own blockchain for more autonomy and trust.
Pi Network is entering a new phase of expansion after launching a major upgrade to its Pi App Studio. The update aims to make Pi Coin more useful within its ecosystem and strengthen developer participation. With new AI-assisted creation tools, better navigation, and staking features, the upgrade is designed to drive faster adoption and expand the network’s growing application base.
Pi App Studio Upgrade Introduces New Tools for Developers
Pi Network has introduced a revamped version of its App Studio, improving how developers create and customize applications in the Pi ecosystem. The platform now allows direct access to the App Studio from the top navigation bar on Pi Desktop, making it easier for creators to use its tools.
The latest version introduces an AI-assisted creation suite that helps developers design and refine apps more efficiently. This tool provides more flexibility and reduces technical barriers for creators. According to Pi Network, the goal is to support faster app development and expand the overall use of Pi Coin in daily interactions.
Another new feature is the staking-enabled discovery hub, which allows users to explore, vote, and stake Pi on apps they find promising. Developers can now assign categories to their projects, improving how users browse through the expanding catalog of Pi applications. These updates aim to create a more organized and interactive app environment.
Pi Network Expands Ecosystem Through Ongoing Developments
The App Studio upgrade follows several recent improvements across the Pi ecosystem. Earlier this month, Pi Network introduced a decentralized exchange (DEX) and an automated market maker (AMM) on its Testnet. These tools allow developers to test token trading and liquidity pooling in a controlled setting before deployment.
The platform also launched a Fast Track KYC system, which speeds up user verification and helps address delays in token claiming. The new system is expected to improve the overall onboarding process for participants in the network. These recent updates reflect Pi Network’s efforts to create a more efficient and accessible ecosystem for both users and developers.
Expert Suggests Move Toward a Native Blockchain Protocol
Pi Network’s technology choices continue to draw attention from industry observers. In a recent post on X, Pi expert Mr. Spock said the project could have strengthened its long-term position by building its own blockchain protocol rather than relying on Stellar’s Consensus Protocol (SCP).
He explained that while SCP provided scalability and reliability in the early stages, developing an independent protocol would have enhanced Pi’s autonomy. “While SCP gave Pi Network a fast and proven start, a fully original protocol could have amplified its image of strength, innovation, and autonomy,” Mr. Spock stated.
He also noted that many investors still confuse Pi with Stellar, assuming it operates on the same network. Pi Network has clarified that it only uses a similar consensus mechanism but not Stellar’s architecture or chain.
Protocol Update Hints at Broader Technical Advancements
Pi Network’s recent Protocol Version 23 update appears to be a step toward building a more independent framework. The phased rollout includes performance and efficiency enhancements that could form the base of future protocol improvements.
At the same time, the network’s connection to Stellar’s infrastructure may open new opportunities in tokenized asset markets. Stellar has joined the ERC-3643 Association, which focuses on regulatory compliance for digital tokens. Pi’s use of related technologies may eventually support similar integrations as its ecosystem expands.
With the latest App Studio upgrade, Pi Network aims to strengthen its utility base, empower developers, and position Pi Coin for broader use in its growing ecosystem.
