- Pi Network Hackathon winner teased a possible Coinbase listing, reigniting speculation after past hints from Coinbase’s legal chief.
- Pi Coin got its first U.S. listing on Swapfone, while Binance integration faces delays due to decentralization and utility concerns.
- Pi’s open-source shift is 90% complete, a milestone that could expand its ecosystem and boost long-term adoption.
Pi Network is once again at the center of crypto chatter after a former Hackathon winner teased a possible Coinbase listing for Pi Coin. The speculation gained momentum when Pi Barter Mall, the 2021 Hackathon champion, dropped a cryptic post on X suggesting Coinbase could soon open its doors to Pi trading. Adding fuel, users recalled an earlier hint from Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal, who once shared an image of purple pies with the Pi logo back in March — a move many saw as a playful nod to Pi’s future.
Expansion Moves: Swapfone Listing & Binance Delays
While Coinbase rumors swirl, Pi Network has already made tangible progress with its first step into the U.S. trading scene. In July, it secured a listing on Swapfone, a regulated mobile-focused exchange, launching the PI/USDS trading pair. Though minor compared to Binance or Coinbase, it represents an important milestone for Pi’s liquidity push. On the other hand, hopes for a Binance listing have slowed, as the network still faces criticism around decentralization and limited utility. Screenshots showing Binance options in the Pi Wallet earlier this year sparked hype, but insiders suggest integration could be delayed until these concerns are addressed.
Open Source and Ecosystem Growth
Perhaps the biggest development is Pi Network’s open-source transition, which is now 90% complete. Once finalized, it will allow developers to freely build on Pi OS, expanding its ecosystem with practical applications that could drive real-world utility. The project’s ongoing Hackathon competitions are already seeding this growth, while Pi’s developers eye the Stellar Protocol 23 upgrade for improvements in scalability and efficiency. With transparency and decentralization inching closer, Pi’s open-source shift may be the real catalyst for adoption — regardless of when a Coinbase or Binance listing actually arrives.
