Pi Network’s Staking Feature Sparks Confusion Over Missing Rewards

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July 2, 2025

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Jakarta, Pintu News – Pi Network introduced two important updates at its annual Pi2Day 2025 event: Pi App Studio and Ecosystem Directory Staking.

While Pi App Studio is welcomed as a tool for developers to build apps, the Ecosystem Directory Staking feature has caused confusion and controversy among users, mainly due to the lack of benefits for participants.

What is Pi Network’s New Staking Feature?

The Ecosystem Directory Staking mechanism allows users to stake Pi Coin on the mainnet blockchain to increase the ranking of certain applications within the Pi ecosystem.

The system is voluntary and aims to increase the visibility of quality apps and encourage community participation.

This feature is very different from the traditional staking model in the cryptocurrency world. In conventional staking, participants typically lock up a certain amount of cryptocurrency in a network to support its operations (such as securing the network or validating transactions) and are rewarded with additional cryptocurrency. This distinction left many Pioneers feeling confused.

“Pioneers! There is another misunderstanding about this new staking feature. You will NOT get Pi rewards for staking to increase your app’s ranking! Please read carefully, as always! After the staking period ends, your Pi will be returned, minus the transaction fee,” wrote one user.

In addition, the lack of clear communication from the Pi Network Core Team exacerbated the confusion. Many users highlighted that this no-reward aspect was not clearly explained when the announcement was made.

Further Explanation of Pi Staking: No Reward, But Purpose

A new paragraph has been added to the Pi Blog, clearly stating that there are no rewards for Pi staking.

If this point had been emphasized multiple times from the beginning, many people would have understood it more easily. #Pi #piNetwork #Picoin #파이 #파이코인 pic.twitter.com/9V7zw5oAfW
— Dao world (@Koreanteacher1) June 30, 2025

“A new paragraph has been added to the Pi Blog, which clearly states that there are no rewards for staking Pi. If this point had been emphasized from the beginning and repeated several times, many people would have understood it more easily,” said another Pioneer.

While staking does not reward Pi at the protocol level, there are possible incentives on the part of developers. Developers can encourage participation by offering incentives such as enhanced app features,in-app rewards, or special promotions.

In addition, the team also emphasized that users will receive back the amount of Pi they staked after the period ends.

“When you stake, your Pi will be locked (cannot be used for transactions). Example: You stake 200 Pi for 60 days. After 60 days, you will receive exactly 200 Pi back-no bonuses, no interest. The staked Pi is only used to help rank the app within the ecosystem. Staking is a way to support the ecosystem, not to make a profit. Make a conscious decision,” explained a user.

📣 PiPet users, note:

Pi Network introduced the staking feature to support and rank apps — not to give rewards.

When you stake, your Pi is locked (can’t be used for purchases).
Example: You stake 200 Pi for 60 days .

✅ After 60 days, you’ll get back exactly 200 Pi — no bonus…
— SuperChain (@PiSuperChain) June 29, 2025

While disappointing to some, the Pioneers highlighted that this new staking mechanism could still provide benefits to the network.

According to one user, this system encourages more meaningful participation and prioritizes apps that are truly deemed worthy of financial support.

Furthermore, it also reduces the amount of Pi supply in circulation, potentially affecting the availability and price of Pi in the future.

Circulating supply decreases, Pi Coin price remains weak

This system of "ranking by staking" in $Pi apps is actually doing two things:

📉 Circulating Supply is decreasing – because all the Pioneers who are staking Pi are locking it, so it will not be available in the market.👇👇#pinetwork pic.twitter.com/RI6GtBbdSt
— CYRILLQ π (@TayKingsleyc) June 30, 2025

“Circulating supply is decreasing-because all the Pioneers who staked Pi locked it up, making it unavailable in the market,” read one of the posts.

A decrease in supply, if accompanied by a potential increase in demand, could in theory push up prices.

Given Pi Coin’s recent underperformance, any form of catalyst that can increase value or visibility is certainly needed. According to BeInCrypto, despite major updates, Pi’s price performance remains disappointing.

Pi Coin’s value fell 3.57% on July 1, 2025 and was at $0.48-just 20.5% off itsall-time low.

Thus, while Pi Network’s approach to app development and ecosystem engagement is commendable, this staking feature highlights the importance of transparent communication to maintain user trust.

For now, the long-term impact on Pi Coin value and user participation is uncertain.

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