Pi Network and Ice Open Network have captured attention in the world of mobile-accessible cryptocurrencies with their unique offerings.
Origins and Development
Pi Network was founded in 2019 by Stanford graduates with the goal of simplifying cryptocurrency mining through smartphones. Recently, the network transitioned to an open network, offering real utility. Ice Open Network is a newer player entering in 2023, focusing on blockchain infrastructure with an emphasis on data control and decentralized economy.
Key Features
Ice Open Network stands out with high performance at 1.2M TPS, scalability, and open-source code ensuring transparency. Pi Network offers mobile mining with minimal resource consumption, but its database is closed. Both protocols have unique cryptocurrencies: ION with 21.15 billion, and PI with 100 billion coins.
User Base and Recent Achievements
Pi Network attracts 60 million users through its simple mobile mining model. Ice Open Network reached 40 million users thanks to strategic partnerships and market launches.
ION and Pi Network continue to evolve, offering different approaches to blockchain technology development. Each protocol provides its benefits depending on what's important: openness and performance for ION or accessibility and simplicity for Pi.
