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Kraken's plunge: worst pi day ever sparks worry

Kraken's Plunge | Worst Pi Day Sparks Community Outrage

By

Ethan Riley

Mar 14, 2026, 03:28 AM

Updated

Mar 15, 2026, 04:15 AM

2 minutes reading time

A graphic showing a downward trend in Kraken's value with a digital representation of currency and complaints about validator rewards in the background.
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A sharp decline in Pi coin's value has turned this yearโ€™s Pi Day into a frustrating experience for many, with Kraken suffering a drop of over 20%. People express their frustrations, raising serious concerns over future repercussions without significant change.

Community Voices Gather Anger

Tensions are rising as discussions on forums reflect a mix of anger and acceptance. One community member commented, "Damn. Another Pi Day goes by and I'm not a millionaire," while others echoed similar discontent, saying, "Cause Pi sucks."

Key Issues Facing the Community

  • Panic and Selling Pressure: Several commenters blame panic selling for the downturn. A remark stated, "It will take time for these people to disappear and for the unlocks to level out."

  • Validator Rewards: Ongoing concerns about low returns on validator rewards remain. Comments include, "Donโ€™t forget we are talking pennies/cents here," highlighting feelings of being undervalued by the system. One user emphasized their frustration with the mining model, claiming their mining bonus coins will never be released.

  • Skepticism Over Usefulness: Users are questioning the actual utility of Pi coin in the market, with one person pointing out, "How can you be accepting Pi as payment when itโ€™s not even a live, tradable, buyable coin?" Some, expressing loss of faith, said they were done mining and felt it was a waste of time.

"The future of Pi Network will not be decided by hype. It will be decided by real apps and real usage." - Community member

Market Impact Intensifies

Pessimism is thickening as the community braces for potential further declines amid continuous heavy selling. Lackluster results following Kraken's recent listing failed to ignite anticipated interest, revealing a harsh market truth to many.

Conversations Around Recovery

As March 14 continues, the community debates possible recovery strategies while watching for signs of market stabilization.

  • Persisting Fear of Declines: With locked coins unlocking gradually, anxiety regarding price drops spreads through the forums.

  • Hope for Future Value: Despite the present downturn, sentiments express hope, with one commenter asserting, "I think a sustained $2-3 in 5 years is realistic."

Notable Insights

  • ๐Ÿ”ป Kraken's value dropped over 20% since its listing.

  • ๐Ÿ“‰ Fears of ongoing declines as locked coins gradually unlock.

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Complaints about validator rewards trigger more selling pressure.

  • ๐ŸŒ "Letโ€™s be honest, all we saw before the mainnet were fake poorly Photoshopped images." - Frustrated member questioning authenticity.

Community resiliency is essential as members navigate these turbulent times. While the conditions appear grim, many believe patience may lead to a recovery that shifts the narrative around Pi coin.