Pi Network Founder to Speak at TOKEN2049 in Singapore

Dr. Chengdiao Fan, one of the two founders of Pi Network, is set to speak at TOKEN2049 in Singapore on October 1-2, 2025, where she will discuss Web3 challenges and solutions aimed at enhancing the real-world utility of blockchain. 

This appearance comes as Pi Network positions itself as a Gold Sponsor for the event, which is expected to draw 25,000 attendees from 160 countries. Fan's talk aligns with Pi's emphasis on community-driven blockchain applications, building on the project's history of mobile mining and ecosystem expansions since its mainnet launch earlier in the year.

Who is Dr. Chengdiao Fan?

Dr. Chengdiao Fan holds a PhD in Anthropological Sciences from Stanford University, with a focus on human behavior and social computing. Her research examines ways to scale human potential through technology, integrating anthropological insights with computational methods. This background has shaped her work on Pi Network, where she applies principles of social interaction to design consensus mechanisms that rely on user engagement rather than traditional proof-of-work systems.

Fan's involvement in blockchain stems from her academic expertise, which emphasizes decentralized governance and community building. She has co-authored discussions on social cryptocurrency in Web3 podcasts, highlighting the role of decentralized structures in achieving mass adoption. In these forums, Fan has stressed how blockchain can address societal needs, such as financial inclusion, by enabling participation without requiring advanced technical knowledge or resources.

TOKEN2049 Conference Details

TOKEN2049, scheduled for October 1-2, 2025, at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, is positioned as one of the largest Web3 events globally. The conference is expected to attract 25,000 attendees from 160 countries, featuring 300 speakers and 500 exhibitors. It includes hackathons and side events during TOKEN2049 Week, running from September 29 to October 5.

Singapore's status as a crypto hub supports the event's prominence, bolstered by a 2022 regulatory framework that has attracted blockchain firms amid tighter controls elsewhere. The conference serves as a venue for discussions on blockchain advancements, including tokenomics, decentralized applications, and regulatory compliance.

Pi Network's Role at TOKEN2049

Pi Network will serve as a Gold Sponsor for TOKEN2049, enhancing its visibility at the event. This sponsorship follows Pi's participation in other industry gatherings, such as Consensus 2025, where it showcased its mobile mining model and low-impact environmental features.

Dr. Fan's session will address Web3 challenges and solutions for blockchain's real-world applications, consistent with Pi's focus on societal impact. According to the Pi Network Blog, "Dr. Chengdiao Fan, one of two Founders at Pi Network, will be a speaker at the TOKEN2049 event in Singapore, which takes place October 1-2, 2025. During this engagement, she will focus on crypto and blockchain as mechanisms for real societal utility and impact, analyzing current Web3 challenges and potential solutions for pushing the crypto space for more innovations in real-world utility."

The blog further notes, "With Dr. Fan speaking at the event and Pi Network serving as a Gold Sponsor of the TOKEN2049 event, Pi’s activities ensure the network has a strong presence on one of the industry’s largest stages. These actions serve to increase Pi’s visibility across the conference and signal the project’s intent to engage both directly with the global Web3 community, as well as with the Pi community through this additional avenue."

This participation provides Pi an opportunity to share insights on community building and blockchain adoption, drawing from its user base and technical framework.

Recent Developments and Market Performance

In 2025, Pi Network hosted a hackathon to encourage developer contributions, targeting innovations in its ecosystem while addressing criticisms related to slow progress and KYC delays. These initiatives aim to bolster the platform's functionality, including integrations for DeFi protocols and NFT marketplaces.

As of September 2025, Pi coin trades at approximately $0.34, a decline from its February peak of $2.98 following the mainnet launch. Analysts have forecasted that Pi could enter the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization by 2030, provided that adoption continues to expand; however, short-term outlooks remain cautious due to liquidity concerns.

The token experienced a significant price drop in mid-2025, amid sell-offs driven by token unlocks. This decline highlights risks in tokenomics, including supply management and distribution schedules.

Conclusion

Pi Network demonstrates capabilities in mobile cryptocurrency mining through a consensus model based on social trust, supporting over 50 million users with tools for payments, NFTs, and DeFi. 

Its mainnet operates with low environmental impact, enabling trading on exchanges, while Dr. Fan's expertise in anthropological sciences informs its community-focused design. Participation in events like TOKEN2049, as a sponsor and speaker, allows Pi to engage with the broader Web3 ecosystem, addressing both technical and societal aspects of blockchain utility.

Sources:

• CoinMarketCap - Pi Network Price Data: https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/pi/ 
• TOKEN2049 Official Website https://www.token2049.com/
• Pi Network Official Blog https://minepi.com/blog/token2049-speaker/