Pi Network has begun the second migration phase with the required Protocol 21 upgrade. The update sets an April 6 deadline for mainnet node operators and opens the way toward subsequent upgrades aimed at adding smart contracts and DeFi tools.
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- Pi Network requires mainnet nodes to upgrade to Protocol 21.2 before the April 6 deadline.
- The roadmap outlines Protocol 22.1 for April and smart contract features for rollout in May.
- Pi traded near $0.174 as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and MACD indicated weak momentum and sellers remain in control.
The move also comes as the Pi token is trading near $0.174, well below its all-time high. At the same time, chart indicators are showing weak momentum as the market awaits the next phase of network changes.
eBay network Moved from protocol 20.2 to version 21.2 as part of the second migration phase. The Pi Core team said that all core network node operators must complete the upgrade before April 6 to stay connected to the network.
The update focuses on network stability and improving node efficiency. It aims to help the system handle heavy traffic while keeping nodes in sync across the mainnet.
team to caution Nodes that miss the April 6 deadline may lose connection to the network. This notice puts direct pressure on node operators to update their software on time and avoid outages.
Pi Network has framed Protocol 21 as a base layer for future features rather than a full feature release. While the new tools will arrive in phases, the current move prepares the network for broader functionality in subsequent protocol releases.
According to the roadmap shared by the Pi team, Protocol 22.1 is scheduled to launch on April 22. Protocol 23.0 is expected to follow on May 18 as the network moves toward supporting smart contracts.
The roadmap also lists features associated with this transition, including the Pi DEX, on-chain liquidity tools, and broader support for decentralized applications. The stated goal is to improve transaction flow and expand the network’s use cases for its user base.
Pi price maintains a weak tone as traders track the indicators
The Pi coin was trading at about $0.174 at the time of reporting, about 78% below its all-time high. This price level reflects a A market that remains cautious Even as the network continues to make technical upgrades.
Daily chart indicators showed a soft bearish setup. The RSI stood at 45.29, below the neutral 50 mark and its moving average of 47.54, indicating weak momentum below oversold conditions.
The MACD line remained below the signal line, while the negative histogram showed that sellers still maintain control, although the downward pressure is starting to ease.
