Pi Network Enables Direct USD Purchases for U.S. Users

Pi Network has officially enabled direct USD purchases of Pi for users in the United States. A new “Buy Pi” button inside the Pi Wallet now allows U.S. residents to purchase Pi tokens using fiat, including through Apple Pay.

This development is the first fiat-to-crypto on-ramp built directly into the Pi Network’s native infrastructure. It opens a new chapter for Pioneers who have mined Pi since the project’s early days. Now, users can move beyond simply accumulating Pi and begin participating in a real, functioning economy built on decentralized rails.

From Mining to Market Access

For years, Pi Network has asked users to mine with faith in future value rather than hype. The network remained closed to trading as it focused on developing core infrastructure, apps, and community-driven growth.

Now, with the Mainnet live and apps gaining adoption, enabling direct USD access signals the ecosystem’s transition from theory to utility. Builders now have access to more potential customers, while long-time holders can start seeing liquidity for their mined assets. For developers, this also offers a larger user base and more reasons to create within the Pi ecosystem.

Lockup Feature Offers Mining Boost

Pi Network has also reintroduced its Lockup feature. Users who have migrated to the Mainnet can lock up to 200% of their Pi. This isn’t just symbolic; locking Pi boosts mining rates and reduces the token’s circulating supply.

Extra Pi for Lockup can be earned through in-app transactions, service-based payments, or peer-to-peer trading. The aim is to encourage real-world utility and long-term ecosystem stability. According to the Pi Core Team, the Lockup mechanism incentivizes belief in the project’s future and strengthens economic fundamentals.

Pi’s Market Position

As of August 2, Pi trades at $0.34 with a market cap of $2.7 billion. 

Chart: Pi coin daily chart on August 2, 2025, by coinmarketcap

The 24-hour trading volume stands at $158 million, reflecting a surge in market activity following the U.S. rollout. The circulating supply is currently 7.76 billion PI, with a fixed max supply of 100 billion.

Liquidity Unlocks Pi’s True Potential

The direct fiat purchase feature in the U.S. marks a significant step for Pi Network. It not only brings liquidity to the ecosystem but also reinforces its shift toward real-world use cases. As more countries and payment methods come online, Pi’s vision of decentralized, community-first finance looks more tangible than ever.