Pi Network Commences Final Testnet1 Blockchain Upgrade Ahead of Mainnet Transition

Pi Network has confirmed that its blockchain is undergoing a phased upgrade to protocol version 23. The platform has completed upgrades from version 19 to version 22 on the testnet, as it prepares to transition these updates to its mainnet.

Pi Network Testnet Moves to v23 Ahead of Mainnet Rollout

Pi Network’s Testnet1 has now completed its upgrade from version 19 to version 22. According to official updates, Testnet2 and eventually the mainnet will follow in the coming weeks. 

During this period, users may experience planned service interruptions. The development team has assured that any disruptions will be announced in advance.

The phased approach follows Pi Network’s earlier progress to version 20. This resulted in modifications to blockchain core functionalities and APIs. The last phase of testnet preparation is reaching v23. This will lay the technical groundwork for a safe and expandable mainnet, according to pioneers.

The timing of the upgrade closely follows Stellar’s own transition to version 23. Experts suggested that Pi Network’s move is part of keeping its infrastructure in line with the platform upon which it is built. 

Recent weeks have also seen steady progress in account mapping. This work has allowed the balances from the testnet phase to move easily into the mainnet. Numerous users attested to the successful mapping of their accounts.

Why the v23 Upgrade Matters for Pi Network

The version 23 upgrade will make the Pi Network better at handling more transactions and staying stable in real-world situations. It will enhance the network’s ability to reach agreements, handle transactions, and communicate with various blockchain components.

Although developers and validators will test the system to identify and address any possible issues prior to the full mainnet launch, investors might not notice changes right away.  The upgrade may increase the token’s value because many community members view it as a turning point.

Beyond technical upgrades, the project continues to expand its global profile. Pi Network was recently confirmed as a gold sponsor for the TOKEN2049 conference in Singapore. One of the project’s founders, Dr. Chengdiao Fan, is scheduled to speak at the event on October 1–2, 2025.

In another development in its ecosystem, a new DeFi-based farming game, PiOnline, was launched on the Pi browser. The debut came after Pi Network placed an increasing emphasis on gaming and its potential to drive ecosystem growth.

All eyes are now on the mainnet upgrade as Testnet2 gets ready for its own transition to v23. If Pi Network is successful, it will be able to start providing the decentralized utility that it has long promised to millions of pioneers around the world.