Pi Network: Protocol 26 upgrade requires Mainnet node operators to update - 11 Aug 2026

Pi Core Team's announcement says the Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 26. All Mainnet node operators must complete the upgrade by 11 Aug 2026 to remain connected to the network. The team describes it as a major milestone before the planned Protocol 27 upgrade.Protocol 26 makes operator action a condition for continued network connectivity, so the immediate effect is operational: nodes that do not upgrade by the deadline risk losing their connection. The release also provides evidence of ongoing protocol modernization and network maintenance, which may support confidence in continued development. Completing the upgrade shows that the required infrastructure change is available and implemented by participating operators, but it does not by itself demonstrate broader user adoption or a resulting market effect.The Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol 26. Deadline: Aug. 11.All Mainnet node operators must complete the upgrade before the deadline to remain connected to the network. Details here: Protocol 26 is a major milestone ahead of the final planned upgrade,…