Pi Network Expands Utility With Live Payments and 100+ Tokens

Pi Network is slowly moving toward its next big stage and the ecosystem is getting bigger. According to community updates, the Pi Wallet now supports more than 100 Pi based tokens. Users can see these tokens inside the wallet and some have already received pop-ups asking them to enable new assets.

This means Pi is no longer just about mining. It is now becoming a full ecosystem with many projects building on top of it. Users can view tokens, manage assets and prepare for future swaps and DEX trading inside the wallet. For many Pioneers, this is a big step. It shows Pi Network is working toward real utility, not just promises.

Pi Payments Move Closer to Reality

There is also growing talk about Pi payments. Some community pages claim that Pi payments are already live using QR codes and wallet transfers. These posts show mockups of Pi cards and payment systems. However, official Pi Network updates say something slightly different. In early January 2026, Pi released a new developer payment library. This tool allows app builders to add Pi payments into their apps in under 10 minutes.

This means real payments are being prepared but full Open Network payments are still rolling out step by step. For now, the Pi team focuses on building tools first before scaling usage later in 2026. In simple words, payments are coming but the network is still in its build phase.

Pi Nodes Show Zero Scores Across the Network

Over the past 48 hours, many Pi node runners noticed something strange. Their Node Scores dropped to zero across multiple machines. At the same time, there were no connection issues, no sync errors and no crashes. This suggests it is not a technical failure. Community members believe the network is rebalancing its contribution system or updating how it measures node rewards.

In the past, Pi has adjusted node metrics before major upgrades. So this could be part of preparing the network for its next phase. Currently, experts advise node operators to stay calm and wait for official clarification.

Real-World Pi Use Grows Through Community Efforts

Outside the core network, the Pi community is also pushing real-world use. In the Philippines, Qualipharm Pharmaceutical has joined the GCV Movement and now accepts partial Pi payments for medicines. The GCV Movement is a community project that assigns a symbolic value of $314,159 per Pi. While this value is not official and far above Pi’s market price. Supporters say it helps promote adoption and real usage.

Photos from the store show Pi branding and medicine shelves, giving users a real-world example of Pi being used for daily needs. Even though this is not official Pi Core Team policy, it shows how strong the community movement is.

The Big Question: When Will Pi Go Mainstream?

Pi Network keeps talking about compliance, ecosystem growth and long term vision. But Pi is still not listed on major exchanges like Binance or Coinbase. Because of this, liquidity and price discovery remain limited. Many users believe real mainstream adoption will only come after top exchange listings and a fully open mainnet.

Currently, Pi is building quietly, more tokens, better wallets and payment tools with strong community. The foundation is being laid. The real test will be when Pi finally opens fully and steps onto the global stage.