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Pi Coin Crash Sparks Debate Over Core Team’s Transparency

Pi Coin Crash Sparks Debate Over Core Team’s Transparency

CointimeCointime2025/05/18 06:44
By:Cointime

The significant drop in value comes after high hopes were set by Consensus 2025, during which the Pi Core Team pledged advancements towards a complete Mainnet launch and growth of the ecosystem. However, the initial optimism is now being replaced by uncertainty. An independent analyst, Dr Altcoin, has raised concerns that the Pi Core Team may be distancing themselves from the community of "Pioneers" who contributed to building the network. He points out that recent communications no longer mention Pioneers, despite earlier emphasis on grassroots promotion and the project's six-year journey to its current stage. Allegations have surfaced that Pi Coin's supply was fully pre-mined, giving developers excessive control and potentially undermining decentralization. Dr Altcoin also claims that around 12 million Pi tokens were sold off during a recent hype cycle, although critics argue there is no concrete evidence to support this. Additionally, controversy surrounds the automation of Pi's KYC process, with concerns raised by privacy advocates about potential exposure of sensitive user data and reduced oversight. Amidst the negative sentiment, Dr Altcoin predicts a further decline in the token's value, possibly dropping to $0.40. He urges the Pi Core Team to address the rumors of a sell-off directly and clarify their intentions. However, not all analysts share this pessimistic view. Mr. Spock believes that fear and misinformation are driving the panic, rather than fundamental issues. He highlights the value of Pi Network, citing its large user base and ongoing development, and warns against being influenced by market manipulation. As discussions intensify, one thing remains certain for Pi holders: trust in the project may be as volatile as the token itself. The original article can be found on Coindoo.

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