Pi Network co-founders highlight Web3, AI, and blockchain utility ahead of Protocol 23 launch on May 11

At Consensus 2026 in Miami, Pi Network co-founders Dr. Chengdiao Fan and Nicolas Kokkalis presented sessions emphasizing the integration of Web3, AI, and blockchain for practical use. Their appearances preceded the launch of Pi Network's Protocol 23 on May 11, which introduces full smart contract functionality. Kokkalis focused on proving human identity online amid AI challenges, leveraging Pi's large KYC-verified user base. Fan stressed that utility, not speculation, should drive crypto adoption, linking Pi's identity verification efforts to governance in the AI era. This event gave Pi Network significant visibility before a major technical upgrade that could shape its future.