Pi App Studio Adds Developer Tools as ‘Buy Pi’ Rumors Spread

The Pi Network ecosystem is buzzing again this week. With developers gaining new tools through Pi App Studio and community chatter intensifying around a rumored “Buy Pi” feature. That could enable fiat purchases of Pi directly within the app. While the purchase rumor remains unverified. It has sparked fresh optimism among pioneers awaiting Pi’s long-anticipated mainnet transition. At the same time, Pi Network continues to roll out technical upgrades. That aimed at strengthening its developer infrastructure and decentralization efforts. A move that could shape the foundation of its growing Web3 economy.

New Tools Empower Developers

Pi Network has officially announced new capabilities in Pi App Studio. It’s an in-house development platform that allows creators to build dApps for the Pi ecosystem. According to updates shared by PiNetwork DEX, developers can now download their app’s source code. It makes advanced edits locally using their preferred software. Then, re-uploads the improved version directly to Pi App Studio.

This change not only gives developers greater flexibility but also saves 0.25 Pi per modification. It reduces friction for continuous app improvements. The new workflow allows for better debugging, testing and feature integration. These essential steps are as Pi prepares for a full-scale open mainnet. The update signals Pi’s growing commitment to creating a developer-friendly ecosystem. It encourages builders to innovate on top of the network’s native blockchain infrastructure.

‘Buy Pi’ Rumor Sparks Excitement

Meanwhile, the Pi community is abuzz with speculation after reports suggested that Pay of Pi. A Pi-linked service, may have launched a “Buy Pi” feature. Screenshots circulating online show a payment interface allowing users to buy Pi directly using fiat currency. Without going through an exchange or stablecoin like USDT.

According to the unverified post, the feature could enable users to hold purchased Pi in-app. Use it for bill payments, mobile top-ups, or even ticket purchases. Then later withdraw it to the mainnet once available. While the Pi Network team has not officially confirmed the feature. Community members are treating it as a potential sign that Pi’s internal economy is evolving toward real-world use cases.

Ecosystem Expansion and Node Upgrade

Alongside these developments, Pi Network’s ecosystem continues to expand rapidly. A recent announcement hinted at upcoming launches for an Investment Platform, Stock Exchange Site and Online Store. Each is designed to boost the network’s global utility and attract business participation. In parallel, Pi rolled out the Desktop version 0.5.4. A major node software upgrade aimed at enhancing network reliability and security. Specifically, with over 350,000 active nodes, Pi is positioning its infrastructure to support decentralized computing and AI-powered applications. An area that has been gradually moving toward.

A Network on the Brink of Transition

As Pi Network’s testnet activity remains high and consequently developer tools mature, anticipation for its mainnet launch continues to grow. Specifically, the combination of new app-building capabilities, rumored payment integrations, and infrastructure upgrades paints a clear picture. Indeed, Pi Network is steadily evolving from a mobile mining experiment into a self-sustaining decentralized economy, one step at a time.