Pi Network News: Protocol 26 Upgrade Deadline Set for August 11
Tap-to-earn mobile mining network Pi Network is now just one day away from another major network upgrade. However, mainnet node operators must complete the Protocol 26 upgrade by 11 August or risk losing network connectivity. Ahead of the upgrade, the PI token is showing signs of recovery as it rose more than 12% over the past week. Pi Network Node Operators Have One Day to Upgrade Pi Network teams have already announced that all Pi Mainnet node operators must complete the Protocol 26 upgrade by Aug. 11, 2026, or their nodes will lose Mainnet connectivity until the update is completed. The deadline is aimed at keeping the network on the same protocol version and maintaining a smooth transition. This is important to separate from regular Pi mining. Pioneers who only use the Pi mining app do not need to upgrade a node. The deadline mainly affects users running Mainnet infrastructure. Pi has also said recent protocol upgrades are part of a wider effort to bring its blockchain up to date with newer protocol features. Reminder: the Pi Mainnet is upgrading to Protocol v26. All Mainnet node operators must complete the upgrade by August 11 to remain connected to the network. Protocol v26 is a major milestone that improves contract safety, state management, interoperability, and cryptographic… pic.twitter.com/FXM5A8Tzo9 — Pi Network (@PiCoreTeam) July 31, 2026 For example, Protocol 25 added BN254 cryptography and Poseidon hashing to support more privacy focused applications and zero knowledge use cases. What Protocol 26 Changes for Pi Network Protocol 26 is more than a routine software update. It continues the network’s rapid move through newer protocol versions and is described as the first of two remaining upgrades, with Protocol 27 expected to follow. The upgrade focuses on areas such as, Better smart contract safety Improved blockchain data and state management Stronger cryptographic tools Better support for interoperability Updated Mainnet infrastructure Earlier this year, Pi introduced an RPC server on Testnet to help developers build and test smart contracts. The network has also been testing Launchpad features and ecosystem tokens before a possible Mainnet rollout. PI Price Eyeing $0.10 Level PI token has surged around 12% over one week, helped by expectations around the upgrade and new ecosystem developments. The token reached a local high near $0.096 before giving back some gains. As of now, PI is trading near $0.0889, down about 1.45%, with its market cap below $1 billion. The next major level traders are watching is $0.10. A clean move above that level could open the way toward $0.11, while failure to hold current levels could keep the token under pressure. Another challenge is supply. Around 128 million PI are expected to unlock during August, followed by about 132.7 million PI in September, which could add selling pressure even if the network completes the upgrade smoothly. For now, the 11 August deadline for Pi’s node operators is crucial.
In 2026, Brazil finished building one of the most comprehensive crypto regulatory frameworks in Latin America. The Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) confirmed directly on its own website that three landmark resolutions took effect February 2, requiring every crypto company serving Brazilians to get authorized like a bank. Months later, the same regulator moved to close a stablecoin-based loophole in cross-border payments, and the tax authority is rolling out a new monthly crypto reporting system. This report covers all of it. What Changed Across Brazil’s Crypto Rules Nov 10, 2025: BCB published Resolutions 519, 520, and 521 to implement Brazil’s 2022 crypto law. Feb 2, 2026: All three resolutions took effect. Resolution 519: Sets the authorization rules for crypto companies (VASPs). Resolution 520: Sets the rules for how VASPs operate. Resolution 521: Brings crypto activity under Brazil’s foreign exchange rules. Apr 30, 2026: BCB published Resolution 561, targeting the use of stablecoins for cross-border payments outside regulated FX channels. Jul 2026: Brazil’s tax authority, RFB, is expected to start DeCripto, a new monthly crypto reporting system. Oct 2026 : Resolution 561 is your existing milestone for the stablecoin/cross-border payment restriction. In the same month, existing VASPs face the key authorization/transition deadline under the BCB framework. Key Regulatory Bodies: 3 Agencies, One Coordinated Framework RegulatorWhat it handlesKey 2026 rulesBanco Central do Brasil (BCB) Crypto company licensing, custody, governance, and foreign exchange rulesResolutions 519, 520, 521 — effective Feb 2, 2026Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission) CVMCrypto assets that are treated as securities or investment contractsExisting securities rules, applied case by caseReceita Federal do Brasil (Brazilian Federal Revenue Service) RFBCrypto taxes, capital gains, and reportingDeCripto monthly reporting system — expected July 2026 Brazil has a more centralized approach to crypto regulation. Unlike the US and Canada, where several agencies share responsibility, the BCB handles most crypto licensing and supervision. The goal is to bring Brazil’s rules closer to global standards and make the financial system safer. It also means crypto is regulated more like banks and brokers, instead of having a separate crypto regulator. Q1 2026 (January to March) The BCB’s three resolutions go live, and the authorization clock starts ticking. Q1 was mainly about one big deadline: February 2. That’s when Brazil’s new crypto rules took effect. The rules cover how crypto companies can operate, how they get BCB approval, and how crypto fits into foreign exchange and international capital rules. Existing Brazilian and foreign crypto companies were also given time to apply for approval or tell the BCB they plan to keep operating. What’s Inside? Any company offering crypto services in Brazil now needs BCB approval, similar to a bank needing a license. Existing crypto companies have 270 days from February 2 to notify the BCB or apply for authorization. The deadline is October 30, 2026. Foreign crypto companies serving Brazilian customers must either set up locally, move customers to a licensed Brazilian company, or stop serving Brazilian residents. Crypto companies cannot lend money or provide advances to customers. The only exception is for licensed banks and brokers that are already allowed to offer crypto services. A VASP can use only 5% of its total assets under custody for its own wallet liquidity. Q2 2026 (April to June) The stablecoin cross-border loophole closes. Q2’s defining move came April 30, when the BCB published Resolution 561, restricting how regulated electronic foreign exchange (eFX) providers can use crypto in cross-border payments. What’s Inside? Crypto trading is not banned. People can still buy, sell, hold, and transfer crypto through authorized providers. Resolution 561 targets payments, not normal crypto trading. eFX providers can no longer use stablecoins or other crypto to settle international payments or remittances. Cross-border payments must now use traditional foreign exchange methods or Brazilian real accounts held by non-residents. The rule affects companies such as Nomad and Braza Bank, which used stablecoins for cross-border payments. Companies affected by the rule must apply for BCB approval by May 2027. The new rule takes effect on October 1, 2026. Q3 2026 (July, to date) DeCripto goes live, replacing the old, narrower reporting rule. In July, the Receita Federal’s new DeCripto monthly reporting system began rolling out, replacing the prior Normative Instruction 1,888/2019 framework and explicitly designed to align with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), enabling automatic international exchange of Brazilian crypto tax data. As of this report’s publication, the October 30 VASP authorization deadline and the October 1 stablecoin cross-border rule are both still pending, marking the next major compliance milestones. What is the Brazilian Government Saying About Crypto? The BCB says the new rules are meant to support crypto innovation while also making the market safer. The rules give crypto companies clearer standards to detect illegal activity and protect customers from losses. Regulators also want to stop stablecoins from being used to get around Brazil’s foreign exchange rules. However, some investor protections are still incomplete because a separate bill on keeping customers’ crypto assets separate is still being reviewed by Congress. Latest Crypto Crackdown Brazil is taking a strict approach to crypto regulation. Under Article 18 of BCB Resolution 519, crypto companies that operate without authorization or break the listing rules can be forced to shut down. They then have 30 days to return customers’ money and crypto assets. From October 2026, banks and other financial institutions will also be banned from providing banking or foreign exchange services to unauthorized crypto companies. In simple terms, unauthorized crypto businesses could be completely cut off from Brazil’s financial system. Crypto Tax Brazil taxes crypto profits as capital gains. Tax rates range from 15% to 22.5%, depending on the amount of gains. Selling up to R$35,000 per month is generally tax-free. Crypto holdings worth R$5,000+ must be declared in the annual tax return. Under-reporting can lead to 75%–150% penalties, plus interest. Inherited crypto can face 2%–8% inheritance tax, depending on the state. Crypto Adoption Brazil’s crypto market moves around $6 billion to $8 billion a month, with stablecoins making up about 90% of the volume, according to Receita Federal data. Brazil also ranked fifth globally in crypto adoption in 2025, up from tenth in 2024. With that much activity, it’s no surprise regulators are tightening the rules. The BCB has said the growing use of unregulated stablecoins is a key reason for the new framework, since they work much like money but don’t have central bank backing. Conclusion Brazil’s 2026 story is about turning its 2022 virtual assets law into detailed, bank-style rules. The BCB confirmed the key dates and structure: the rules took effect February 2, authorization is due by October 30, and cross-border stablecoin restrictions start October 1. FAQ Is cryptocurrency legal in Brazil? Yes. Buying, selling, and holding crypto through an authorized VASP is fully legal. Companies offering crypto services need BCB authorization, effective from February 2, 2026. What happened to crypto regulation in Brazil in 2026? The BCB’s Resolutions 519, 520, and 521 took effect February 2, creating a full authorization and supervision framework for crypto companies, followed by Resolution 561 in April restricting stablecoin use in cross-border payment settlement. Can Brazilians still use stablecoins for international payments? Individuals can still hold and transfer stablecoins through authorized VASPs, but from October 1, 2026, regulated eFX providers can no longer use stablecoins to settle cross-border remittances on the back end. How is crypto taxed in Brazil right now? A progressive capital-gains scale from 15% to 22.5% applies, with a R$35,000 monthly exemption for small trades still in effect, based on multiple corroborating sources; a conflicting claim that this exemption had been removed could not be verified and was excluded from this report. What is DeCripto? A new monthly crypto transaction reporting system from the Receita Federal, rolling out from July 2026, designed to align with the OECD’s international Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). What happens to crypto companies that don’t get authorized? Per BCB Resolution 519, unauthorized operation triggers a compulsory shutdown with a 30-day deadline to return client funds; from October 2026, banks will also be barred from servicing unauthorized crypto firms at all.
World Liberty Faces Faces Fresh Scrutiny Over $100M Investment Linked to UK Money Probe
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is facing fresh questions. The recent investigation linked the businessman behind a $100 million purchase of its WLFI tokens to a UK money-laundering investigation. Guren “Bobby” Zhou, who was identified as the person behind UAE-based investment fund Aqua 1, was arrested in Britain in 2021 on suspicion of money laundering. He has not been charged. However, British authorities told The New York Times (NYT) that the investigation was still active as of late July 2026. The $100 million investment was made through Aqua 1, which became one of World Liberty’s largest known token buyers. Where Did the Money Come From? The biggest unanswered question is the source of the $100 million used to buy WLFI. The New York Times reviewed court records, confidential documents and spoke with people connected to Zhou. Zhou previously ran a UK flooring business that entered restructuring while owing about $5 million to his father’s company. He later became involved in Caduceus, a crypto project whose token eventually lost most of its value. Caduceus claimed backing from China Merchants Securities UK and Bin Zayed Group. Both organizations later said those allegations were unauthorized and false. Aqua 1 and Web3Port Connection Zhou later moved to Abu Dhabi and became involved with crypto investment firm Web3Port. The connection between Web3Port and Aqua 1 has also attracted attention. Web3Port announced a $10 million World Liberty investment shortly after Donald Trump’s January 2025 inauguration. According to blockchain analysis cited by the NYT, a wallet controlled by Web3Port bought $20 million worth of WLFI in January 2025. Another wallet believed to be controlled by Aqua 1 purchased an additional $80 million in June. A Web3Port entity registered in the British Virgin Islands later changed its name to Aqua 1 GP Limited. This added to questions about the relationship between the two operations. Aqua 1 had previously denied being connected to Web3Port. Trump Family Connection The transaction has added scrutiny because World Liberty has a financial relationship with companies controlled by the Trump family. Reports say up to $75 million from the purchase went to a Trump-controlled company. Trump’s latest disclosure listed $65.6 million from WLF Holdco equity sales and $236.25 million in World Liberty token-sale proceeds. What Next? WLFI spokesperson David Wachsman said the company followed all applicable laws. He added that they maintained a compliance program that meets or exceeds industry standards. He did not disclose whether the company knew the source of Zhou’s funds. The White House said Trump had no conflicts of interest, while Zhou did not respond to the report. Importantly, Zhou has not been charged. With the UK investigation reportedly still active, questions around Zhou, Aqua 1 and the flow of the $100 million are likely to remain under scrutiny. Following the report, WLFI gained 2.74% to trade at $0.0529. Meanwhile, its 24-hour trading volume jumped 57.02%, showcasing increased market activity.
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