Pi Network: 7 Years of Waiting, Now Celebrating Moderators?

In the vast, labyrinthine world of the Pi Network, where time flows like molasses and promises hang in the air like unripe fruit, the Core Team has once again stirred the pot. Seven years-a lifetime in the digital age-and yet, the project lingers in a state of perpetual anticipation. The native token, birthed with great fanfare, has grown but a year older, while its creators dabble in AI and tinker with systems as sluggish as a winter bear emerging from hibernation. Progress, they say, is a matter of perspective.

The latest missive from the Core Team, a paean to the unsung heroes of the Pi Network-its moderators-was intended to sprinkle a bit of sunshine on the community. Alas, it landed with the grace of a brick. “Moderator Appreciation Day,” they declared, on the First Friday of February, a day as arbitrary as the project’s timeline. The moderators, these selfless volunteers, are the glue that holds the community together, answering questions, moderating chats, and translating the Pi gospel into tongues unknown. Yet, for all their efforts, they remain unpaid, a testament to either devotion or desperation.

“Every First Friday of February (FFF day), Pi celebrates Moderator Appreciation Day! Today is about recognizing the moderators who make the Pi Network community what it is. Thanks to all Pi moderators for their incredible volunteer efforts in supporting the Pi community-assisting…” – Pi Network (@PiCoreTeam) February 6, 2026

The video, a hagiographic tribute, extolled the moderators as the backbone of the network, ensuring that the “Pi experience runs smoothly for everyone.” Smoothly, one might add, like a carriage ride over cobblestones. For while the moderators toil in the trenches, the Pioneers-those faithful souls who have clung to their Pi coins like lifelines-are growing restless. Seven years, they cry, and still no migration, no tangible progress, just a never-ending cycle of updates and promises.

The backlash was swift and unforgiving. “Speed up the progress,” Joann&Joe implored, their patience worn thinner than a threadbare coat. “Stop messing around with superficial nonsense,” they added, a sentiment echoed by many. Chialo20, another disgruntled Pioneer, lamented, “Seven years plus now, and I’m still waiting to migrate my Pi coins. This is not fair.” A. A. Gada, ever the voice of reason, reminded the Core Team of the KYC purgatory in which many Pioneers remain trapped, their accounts in “tentative approval” limbo. “Improve this situation,” they urged, though one wonders if anyone is listening.

The Core Team, ever optimistic, recently proclaimed that millions have been unblocked for mainnet migration, with more changes on the horizon. Yet, for the Pioneers, these announcements are like whispers in the wind-heard but not felt. Seven years of waiting, and now, a celebration of moderators. One cannot help but wonder: is this progress, or merely a distraction?

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2026-02-08 17:01