TLDR
- Pi DEX will use smart contracts to prevent synthetic trading and false pricing.
- Over 350,000 nodes and thousands of dApps will support Pi’s productivity model.
- The system reduces influence from large holders by enforcing on chain liquidity.
- Pi Network has more than 433 million users and a circulating supply of 423 million Pi.
The Pi Network community is waiting for the launch of Pi DEX, and the move is drawing attention as users expect a system that may change how Pi gains its value. Many users believe the mainnet will shift price control away from centralized exchanges and turn it toward the activity inside the ecosystem. The update comes at a time when traders want a clear way to measure Pi’s worth through real productivity rather than synthetic trading.
Pi DEX Targets Centralized Pricing Control
Market discussions increased after an X post on November 10 noted that Pi DEX aims to stop the long-standing issue of price manipulation linked to centralized exchanges. The post claims that Pi DEX will use a peer-to-peer model that allows users to trade with actual Pi tokens through smart contracts. This prevents synthetic trades that have shaped Pi prices on external platforms.
The introduction of Pi DEX is part of the broader shift that began when Pi Network moved into its open mainnet phase in February 2025. This transition allowed new integrations and gave developers access to build more decentralized applications. Pi DEX extends this path by offering a regulated environment where trades occur with verified tokens under transparent rules.
Productivity-Based Valuation for Pi
The planned system will connect Pi’s price to the strength of its digital economy rather than speculative demand. The value will link to factors such as active nodes, daily users, and live dApps. Supporters say this method gives traders a clearer view of Pi’s production capacity. An X user stated that Pi DEX “will return control of value to real activity,” and this message has been shared widely in community channels.
Pi Network has more than 350,000 active nodes that support the network’s computing work. These nodes act as the backbone of network activity and form a key part of the productivity model. The number of active applications has also grown, and developers continue to add new tools that run on Pi. These elements shape the planned valuation structure on Pi DEX.
Roles Within the Pi Digital Economy
Users inside the ecosystem have different roles that support network activity. Nodes protect the network and offer computing power for applications. Developers create decentralized applications that run as digital services for users and businesses. Pioneers use Pi for daily operations, and their actions generate ongoing activity across the platform.
The structure reduces the influence of large holders who may shift prices through large trades. Since Pi DEX uses smart contracts and an open order book, traders cannot create fake liquidity. All trades are recorded on-chain, and every order must use actual Pi tokens. This system is intended to give a clear view of market depth and user demand.
Growth Steps and Market Expectations
Pi Network has expanded since its launch in 2019 by Stanford graduates. It entered an enclosed mainnet in 2021 and later opened the network in early 2025. As of late 2025, the platform reports more than 433 million users and more than 423 million Pi in circulation. The project has also launched AI collaborations and introduced tools for token creation.
Market observers wait for an official release date for Pi DEX because the Pi Foundation has not confirmed the timing of the mainnet. Users expect that the system may bring more stable pricing and encourage regular use within the digital economy, although the final launch details remain unannounced.





