Pi Network is trying to revive its ecosystem. The team introduced updates to App Studio and launched a survey with rewards in Pi credits. The market reacted cautiously—the price increased, but this did not change the overall picture. The growth looks more technical than fundamental.
What Changed in Pi App Studio
In its blog, Pi Network announced two key updates to App Studio. The first is the integration of Pi payments directly into applications. Now creators can add in-game purchases and feature unlocks without technical skills.
For now, payments only work in the Test-Pi format and are limited to one active session. This refers to local scenarios—a round, a task, or a separate user experience. This simplifies testing but does not affect the real token turnover.
The second update expands access to app deployment. Users with a balance below 0.25 Pi can launch new versions by watching ads instead of paying Pi. This approach lowers the entry barrier and limits spam, but does not cover the actual network costs.
Survey With Rewards in Pi
At the same time, the team launched a survey for the community. Participants are asked to share feedback and highlight useful applications within the ecosystem.
The first 1,000 suitable responses will receive 5 Pi credits each. They can only be used within App Studio—for generating, refining, and customizing applications. The idea is simple: reduce friction when working with AI tools and stimulate activity.
Market Reaction Remains Sluggish
Amid the news, Pi Coin showed a slight increase. In one day, the price rose by about 0.7% and settled around $0.18. The recovery coincided with a moderate improvement in sentiment across the market, where the total capitalization grew by several billion dollars.
However, in a broader perspective, the situation remains difficult. Over the month, Pi has fallen by almost 10%. Since the listing price in February, the token has lost more than 78%.
According to BeInCrypto Markets, trading volumes remain low. Retail interest is weak, and regular token unlocks continue to put pressure on the price.
Will Updates Help Reverse the Trend
App Studio is updating in the right direction. Simplifying app creation and the incentive system can turn passive users into active developers.
But this may not be enough. Without growth in real demand and token usage, improvements inside the studio are unlikely to change market dynamics.
Pi Network is betting on engagement and tools for creators. This is a positive signal for the ecosystem, but deeper changes are needed to restore the price of Pi Coin.
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