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Pi Network Partner Launches Crypto Withdrawal to Hong Kong Bank Accounts
Pi Network users may soon have another way to convert their digital assets into local currency. Onramp Money, a KYB-verified partner integrated with the Pi Wallet. It has officially launched a cryptocurrency withdrawal service in Hong Kong. The new service allows users to sell supported crypto assets and receive Hong Kong dollars directly in their bank accounts.
The development adds a new cross-border payment channel. That could make it easier for Pi Network users to access traditional banking services through crypto off-ramps. The announcement comes as the Pi ecosystem continues to focus on utility, developer growth and real-world payment use cases.
Onramp Money Expands Services in Hong Kong
According to Pi community advocates, Onramp Money’s new service allows users to convert crypto holdings into Hong Kong dollars. They can also withdraw funds directly to local bank accounts. The feature is particularly important because Onramp Money already serves as one of Pi Network’s verified fiat on-ramp and off-ramp partners. The company is integrated alongside other providers such as Banxa and Transfi within the Pi Wallet ecosystem.
Supporters believe the new withdrawal option could improve access to cross-border transactions. It creates additional pathways for monetizing digital assets. For users in regions where crypto-to-bank transfers remain limited, the launch could offer greater flexibility.
Banxa Highlights Future of Pi Ecosystem Payments
The announcement follows fresh comments from Banxa regarding the future of the Pi ecosystem. According to Banxa, artificial intelligence has significantly reduced many of the challenges that developers once faced when building applications. The company believes the main challenge now is distribution and user adoption.
Banxa said the Pi Core Team is actively working to solve those distribution issues for the next generation of creators. More importantly, Banxa indicated it plans to support cross-border real-world payments once applications within the Pi ecosystem are ready for broader commercial use. That statement points to a longer-term vision where Pi powered applications could support real economic activity across different countries.
Pi Network Pushes Mainnet Upgrade
At the same time, Pi Network is urging Mainnet node operators to complete the Protocol 26 upgrade before June 28. The team warned that the upgrade process may take longer than usual and encouraged operators not to wait until the last minute.
The upgrade is designed to keep nodes connected to the network and support future ecosystem development. For developers building within the Pi ecosystem, maintaining network stability remains a key priority as new applications continue to emerge.
What This Means for Developers and Investors
For developers, the latest updates signal continued efforts to improve infrastructure and real-world utility. New payment channels and off-ramp options can make Pi based applications more practical for everyday use
For investors, the news provides another example of ecosystem expansion. But market participants are also watching ongoing token unlocks, which continue to weigh on sentiment. At the time of writing, the Pi Network current price was around $0.125. The token remains under pressure after falling to a new all-time low in recent weeks.
Pi Faces Utility Growth and Supply Challenges
While recent Pi Network news highlights progress in payments, banking access and ecosystem development, the project still faces significant market challenges. Large token unlocks continue to add supply to the market. Analysts estimate that more than 160 million PI tokens could enter circulation over the coming weeks
As a result, Pi Network price 2026 discussions remain focused on one key question: can growing utility and adoption absorb the increasing supply? The answer may determine the next phase of growth for the Pi Network ecosystem.