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The viral rise of PI Network cryptocurrency—a mobile-first project that promises “mining on your phone”—has attracted more than 50 million users worldwide. Yet its popularity also breeds rumors, half-truths, and outright myths that can trap newcomers hunting for easy airdrops or the next <a href="/ja/price/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Bitcoin</a>-style moonshot. Below are seven of the most persistent misconceptions about PI Network coin and the facts every crypto beginner (especially Gate.io readers) should know before investing time or money.
##1. “PI Network coins are already worth real dollars.”
Reality: Main-net has not launched, and PI remains a closed-network test token. Off-exchange OTC prices you see on social media are unverified and violate the project’s Terms of Service. Until PI is listed on a regulated exchange such as Gate.io, its market value is effectively zero. Treat any offer to buy or sell PI today as speculative and high risk.
##2. “Mobile mining guarantees passive income forever.”
The smartphone “mining” button merely records your participation; it doesn’t perform proof-of-work like Bitcoin. Once main-net activates, PI Network cryptocurrency will introduce a finite supply schedule that halves rewards over time. The earlier you joined, the more PI you can earn—but future yields will diminish. Counting on endless passive income is unrealistic.
##3. “PI Network doesn’t require KYC—privacy is absolute.”
KYC (Know Your Customer) is mandatory for users who wish to transfer PI out of the closed network. The project’s own roadmap states that un-KYCed balances may be burned after a grace period. If you’re uncomfortable uploading ID documents, be prepared to forfeit your mined PI when the time comes.
##4. “Any app or dApp labeled ‘PI’ is officially approved.”
Scammers leverage the brand to push fake wallets and phishing sites. The only legitimate mobile application is Pi Network by SocialChain Inc. All future decentralized apps (Pi Browser, Pi Wallet) will be announced through the project’s verified Twitter and Discord channels. Always cross-check contract addresses and never connect unknown wallets—especially before main-net tokens are tradable on trustworthy platforms like Gate.io.
##5. “I can start trading PI on exchanges the moment main-net launches.”
Exchanges must complete due-diligence, security audits, and wallet integrations before listing any new asset. Even after main-net, PI Network coin will list only if it meets an exchange’s compliance and liquidity standards. Gate.io’s Listing Committee, for instance, requires a legal opinion and smart-contract audit. Expect a time gap between main-net go-live and the first centralized-exchange trading pair.
##6. “More referrals = guaranteed millionaire status.”
Referral bonuses do boost your mining rate, but total supply is capped at 100 billion PI (subject to tokenomics updates). Oversized “dream income” calculators ignore dilution, halving events, and future sell pressure. A diversified portfolio—including liquid assets like BTC, ETH, and USDT on Gate.io—remains safer than betting entirely on your PI referral tree.
##7. “PI Network cryptocurrency will replace Bitcoin.”
PI uses a social consensus protocol, not proof-of-work. Its target use cases are micro-payments and app-layer utilities, not digital gold. Comparing an unlisted, inflationary test token to Bitcoin’s 16-year network effect is misleading. PI could succeed as a community coin, but it won’t dethrone BTC’s store-of-value role any time soon.
##How to Prepare for Main-net (Without Falling for Myths)
1. Complete KYC early to avoid congestion when migration opens.  
2. Back up your Pi Wallet passphrase; lost keys mean lost coins.  
3. Stay in official channels for main-net dates and potential Gate.io listing news.  
4. Beware of OTC deals promising instant liquidity—wait for regulated markets.  
5. Diversify holdings; stake stablecoins or blue-chip crypto on Gate.io Earn while you wait.

##Final Thoughts
The PI Network cryptocurrency experiment is an ambitious attempt to bring millions into blockchain through mobile mining and social consensus. But hype can blur facts, and misconceptions cost newbies precious time—and sometimes their entire bag. By separating myth from reality, you’ll be better positioned to decide whether PI deserves a slot in your crypto strategy.
When (and if) PI transitions to an open main-net, reputable exchanges such as Gate.io will provide transparent order books, deep liquidity, and secure wallets—turning speculative balances into real, tradable value. Until then, mine responsibly, stay informed, and don’t let myths mine your patience or your pocket.


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<div>Author: **Cinnie**, Gate.io Researcher
<div class="info-tips">\*This article represents only the views of the researcher and does not constitute any investment suggestions. Investment involves risks and users need to make careful decisions.
<div>\*Gate.io reserves all rights to this article. Reposting of the article will be permitted provided Gate.io is referenced. In all cases, legal action will be taken due to copyright infringement.
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