Pi Network, the mobile-based cryptocurrency project, has implemented key updates aimed at enhancing security and improving user experience. Following the successful launch of its open mainnet in March 2025, Pi Network announced a new verification process for its users.
To address global challenges with phone number authentication, Pi Network is transitioning from SMS-based account verification to an email-based two-factor authentication (2FA) system. This shift addresses issues related to telecom regulations, unreliable text message delivery and carrier restrictions. By using email, the network aims to achieve more reliable and secure user verification.
Additionally, a temporary pause on mainnet migrations was implemented due to inconsistencies in email verification processes and potential security risks. The team thoroughly reviewed these processes before resuming mainnet migration gradually. Users are now being encouraged to verify a trusted email address and complete any remaining authentication steps for access.
Pi Network emphasizes the importance of ensuring secure and fair user experiences during the transition, prioritizing stability over speed.
This update also focuses on enhancing future security measures like passkeys and biometric authentication, ultimately aiming for seamless account access without reliance on SMS-related delays or failures. The mainnet migration process remains crucial in moving mined Pi coins to the blockchain, and this effort ensures its smooth operation.
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