Pi Network to launch full smart contracts on May 11 after co-founder speaks at Consensus 2026

Pi Network co-founder Dr. Chengdiao Fan will present at Consensus 2026 on May 6, discussing the integration of Web3, AI, and blockchain. This event precedes Pi Network's major upgrade, Protocol 23, launching full smart contract capabilities on May 11. The upgrade will enable decentralized applications and real-world asset tokenization on Pi's blockchain, which already has 18 million verified users and over 421,000 active nodes. This timing maximizes exposure ahead of the launch, highlighting Pi's focus on verified human identity as a key advantage in the AI era.