Is Pi Coin's silence part of a larger plan?

Pi Coin, once a feverish project in the crypto ecosystem, has seen significant price drops in recent days—down nearly 15% in just the past 24 hours, now hovering around $0.60. While such a drop often causes panic, the Pi community doesn't seem to flinch. Instead, many see silence and stagnation as part of a larger, well-calculated strategy. But what is this plan really and what could it mean for the future of Pi Coin? What's behind this drop? Pi Coin's recent slide from $0.736 to nearly $0.60 has made headlines, especially as trading volume skyrocketed 25%, surpassing $292 million in one day. Analysts point to increased activity on centralized exchanges (CEX) a major factor. A large amount of Pi Coin was unlocked and shipped to exchanges, causing a wave of selling pressure. Cryptocurrency analyst "Dr Altcoin" noted that the circulating supply of CEX increased from 354 million to 368 million in just a few days. Although the total circulating supply is 6.88 billion, the speed of movement to exchanges could push Pi below the $0.30 threshold—unless demand catches up. However, some believe that this is only a temporary correction. Community patience: A strategy? One of the most compelling factors surrounding the downturn of Pi Coin is the organized reaction of the community. Longtime member of the "Tanner" community argued that Pi Network was not built to raise prices in the short term, but rather to establish a long-term digital economy. In his view, slow speed signals strength, not weakness. Pi Network currently boasts more than 70 million users and more than 25 million KYC verified participants. Built on a fork of Stellar's SCP protocol, the project emphasizes mobile-first engagement and intentional scalability. This phased growth model aims to minimize early-stage market manipulation, stabilize liquidity, and develop real use cases—a strategy that is better suited to long-term sustainability than speculation. Roadmap for recovery signals by August 2025 Despite the current market weakness, some analysts predict a change in August 2025. During this period, the issuance of ununlocked Pi Coin is expected to slow significantly, reducing supply pressures and potentially triggering a recovery. Furthermore, new KYB-compliant exchanges enter the market, institutional buyers absorb excess supply, and upcoming announcements from the Pi Core team can act as key catalysts. Notably, companies like BANXA that buy Pi directly from exchanges are being seen by market watchers as bullish signals. A living ecosystem, not just a symbol Unlike many cryptocurrency projects that rely solely on hype, Pi Network's ecosystem has already begun to take shape. Developers are actively building with the Pi SDK, while users run nodes and integrate real businesses into the ecosystem. These efforts indicate a project that is trying to create an actual utility, not just an investment property. From NFT marketplaces like Pi Chain Mall to DeFi applications and retail integrations, Pi use cases are constantly expanding. The focus is on providing utility first, leaving speculation behind. According to The Bit Journal, such a model reflects a maturing cryptocurrency environment where user engagement and economic value actually drive growth—not just volatility.