Pi Network Activates Testnet2 and New Booking App Amid Lawsuit FUD

Fresh legal chatter around Pi Network made waves this week. After court documents linked to a California case began circulating on social media. Some posts quickly turned the filing into full-blown “lawsuit FUD,” with claims that Pi could face serious trouble. 

However, Pi-focused community leaders moved fast to cool the panic. Several prominent Pi voices dismissed the claims as rumor-driven fear designed to shake weak hands. They pointed out that no official statement from Pi Core Team confirms any material impact on the project. Currently, the legal filing remains unproven noise, not a verified threat. And while social media reacts fast, Pi Network’s ecosystem kept building through the noise.

Pi Activates Testnet2 as Network Upgrades Continue

While lawsuit talk spread online, Pi developers quietly pushed forward with Testnet2 activation. The move signals another step toward improving infrastructure ahead of broader Mainnet expansion. Testnet2 allows developers to test features under improved conditions. It also helps stress-test transactions, apps and ecosystem tools before wide release. As a result, builders now get a cleaner sandbox to prepare real-world Pi utilities.

Meanwhile, Pi’s AI-based KYC upgrades continue rolling out. The network now processes identity checks faster and with higher accuracy. Human validators still play a role, but AI now reduces queues and workload. Validator rewards remain on track for Q1 2026, giving the community a financial incentive to keep the network secure.

BNPi Booking App Brings Real-World Travel Utility

One of the most practical updates this week came from BNPi, a new booking app built on Pi Network. The app lets users book hotels, pay with Pi and stay at discounted rates. BNPi claims users can save up to 10% compared to traditional travel platforms. Hosts benefit too. They avoid high platform fees and earn BNPI tokens as rewards. 

The app already supports over 15 languages, showing early signs of global intent. This matters because Pi Network critics often question real use cases. BNPi answers that directly with a service tied to everyday spending. It also adds another layer of demand beyond speculation.

190M Token Unlock Tests Pi’s Market Maturity

December also brings a major supply event. Around 190 million Pi tokens unlock this month. That is no small number. Naturally, traders now watch closely for price pressure. However, Pi Network supporters frame the unlock as a stress test for ecosystem growth. More than 100 Mainnet-ready apps now operate within the Pi economy. Gaming platforms like CiDi Games also expand Pi’s digital economy beyond payments. In theory, rising utility should help absorb new supply if user demand keeps pace. Whether that balance holds will become clearer in the weeks ahead.

The Bigger Picture for Pi Network

Right now, Pi Network faces two forces at once. On one side, legal rumor and token unlocks test confidence. On the other hand, Testnet upgrades, faster KYC and live apps show steady progress. The network continues to focus on real utility over hype. Travel bookings, gaming and payments push Pi closer to daily use. At the same time, AI-powered identity checks prepare the network for scale. In short, Pi Network isn’t slowing down. It’s shipping. And for a project built on patience, that may matter more than any single scare.