Pi Network
| Primary URL | Location | Industry | minepi[.]com |
Country
Viet Nam
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Profile
Pi Network is a cryptocurrency mining application that allows users to mine a digital currency using mobile devices. It focuses on making cryptocurrency accessible to everyday users without specialized hardware. The app operates via a consensus algorithm designed for mobile phones. It provides a wallet and a platform for users to earn Pi tokens. The project emphasizes community growth and user engagement. It is headquartered in Vietnam.
In July 2018, the app suffered a data leak exposing about 17GB of personal data. The exposed information included Vietnamese identity card details. The data was reportedly obtained through third-party Know Your Customer verification processes. The leaked data subsequently appeared on a hacker forum. A representative from a related community group noted that while the current version no longer supports such identification documents, an earlier iteration had accommodated them. The incident highlighted potential vulnerabilities in handling sensitive user data through external service providers. Following the leak, the organization updated the app to remove support for those identification documents. This episode remains a notable example of the risks associated with integrating external KYC services in cryptocurrency applications.