Pi Network removes two non-compliant DApps; staked tokens will be returned to users

According to Coinfomania’s May 11 report, Pi Network has removed Kawanua VIPi from its browser ecosystem; previously, WorldBanksPi was also taken down last week. Neither removal was notified in advance. Based on confirmation from Pi’s core team, the staked Pi in Kawanua VIPi will be returned to users through the original channels after the staking period ends.

Kawanua VIPi Take-Down Details

According to Coinfomania’s report, before being removed, Kawanua VIPi had accumulated more than 21,000 staking users, and user ratings were also at a relatively high level. According to the report, the reason the application was removed was for violating compliance standards, specifically including: using a speculative staking mechanism, artificially increasing the valuation, and making financial commitments beyond the scope of Pi Network’s clearly defined regulations.

According to Coinfomania’s report, the reason WorldBanksPi was removed was that it claimed that the “global consensus value (GCV)” of each Pi was as high as $310k. The Pi core team determined that this figure lacked any basis and was used to诱导 users to participate in staking and top-up plans.

According to Coinfomania’s report, Pi’s core team has confirmed that the Pi staked in Kawanua VIPi will be returned to users via the original channels after the staking period ends. At present, searching for the app only shows an error page.

Protocol 23 Upgrade Deadline and Roadmap

According to Coinfomania’s report, Pi Network requires all mainnet nodes to complete the Protocol 23 upgrade by May 15, 2026; those that fail to do so will face the risk of being immediately disconnected from the network.

According to Coinfomania’s report, this upgrade roadmap will be carried out in stages, from testnet 1 to testnet 2 and then to mainnet. Node permissions will be gradually decentralized throughout 2026, the code will be open-sourced in phases, with the goal of achieving full decentralization by the end of the year.

Pi ELF Application and Ecosystem Compliance Background

According to Coinfomania’s report, “Pi ELF (Spirit Realm),” developed by CiDi Games, has drawn attention amid this cleanup effort. Pi’s core team said it will publish the complete content of Pi ELF when the Beta version is released. According to the report, Pi ELF does not provide GCV promises, a staking-reward mechanism, nor artificially increases its valuation; it therefore differs significantly from the operating models of the removed Kawanua VIPi and WorldBanksPi.

FAQ

What are the specific reasons Pi Network took down Kawanua VIPi?

According to Coinfomania’s May 11, 2026 report, Kawanua VIPi was removed for violating compliance standards. The reasons include using a speculative staking mechanism, artificially increasing valuation, and making financial commitments beyond the scope of Pi Network’s clearly defined regulations; previously, WorldBanksPi was also taken down for similar reasons.

How are the staked user funds in Kawanua VIPi handled?

According to confirmation from Pi’s core team (as reported by Coinfomania), the Pi staked in Kawanua VIPi will be returned to users through the original channels after the staking period ends.

What is the Protocol 23 upgrade deadline for all Pi Network mainnet nodes?

According to Coinfomania’s report, Pi Network requires all mainnet nodes to complete the Protocol 23 upgrade by May 15, 2026; those that fail to do so will face the risk of being immediately disconnected from the network.