Pi Network Launches Fiat “Buy” Feature in Wallet

• You can now buy Pi directly in the Pi Wallet using fiat without the need for third-party exchanges.
• Pi Network users can grow their Pi holdings through tools like Apple Wallet, making Web3 feel more familiar and usable in daily life.

Pi Network just rolled out a game-changing feature in its wallet: you can now buy Pi directly using fiat, with nothing more than a debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. This new integration, powered by Banxa and Onramper, has quietly appeared for some users inside the Pi Wallet, allowing them to bypass complicated exchanges entirely.

It’s a smooth, beginner-friendly experience that lowers the barrier to entry, especially for people who are new to crypto. Pi community leader Woody Lightyear brought attention to the feature on X, asking,

Do you have this new feature in your $Pi Wallet? What does it do? And what does the ‘missing Pi from Banxa?’ do?

Although not all wallets are yet activated, particularly those not verified through Banxa, the feature is already available in over 100 countries. This means that for millions of people, Pi is now just a few taps away.

With Pi App Studio experiencing explosive growth, over 7,900 dApps have been built in just a few weeks. This move could fuel the next wave of adoption and make Pi a serious player in real-world crypto use.

Why It Matters

Now, even total beginners can tap “Buy” in the Pi Wallet and start using Pi without ever dealing with confusing crypto exchanges. It’s a step toward making crypto accessible globally. Whether you’re in Kenya, India, Brazil, or France, chances are you’re covered. However, this isn’t just about buying tokens; it’s a clear indication that Pi is developing real-world utility.

From apps and payments to services that run entirely on PI, the foundation for a functional crypto economy is being laid. And now that it’s so easy to buy Pi, the ecosystem is set to grow faster than ever.

We could soon see merchants accepting Pi, apps unlocking exclusive features based on your holdings, or even community voting done directly through your wallet.

All this comes on the heels of recent upgrades, like the Pi Desktop enhancements that now let users access apps from their computers more easily, and full account management built right into the Pi Browser, which removes the hassle of jumping between platforms.

This upgrade improved performance, introduced a cleaner interface, and supported developers with better integration tools for building desktop-compatible dApps.

They didn’t stop there: the latest release of Pi Node v0.5.3 brought stronger setup tools and a tighter link to the blockchain explorer, making the node experience smoother for everyone.

Following these updates, Pi’s price surged nearly 14% to hit $0.4755, while trading volume exploded by over 205%, reaching $211 million in just 24 hours. If it breaks above $0.52, the next target could be around $0.85, showing just how fired up the community is right now.