DogeOS nears mainnet launch to bring EVM compatibility and DeFi to Dogecoin

DogeOS, an application layer designed to bring smart contracts and decentralized finance to the Dogecoin ecosystem, is nearing its mainnet launch, according to a podcast interview with DogeOS CEO Jordan Jefferson. Jefferson said on Nov. 11 that core development and security audits for DogeOS version one have been completed and the project is now preparing to go live on mainnet. While no specific launch date was disclosed, more than 100 developers are working on dApp development and integrations with major exchanges and wallet infrastructure. DogeOS provides an EVM-compatible environment aimed at expanding Dogecoin’s use cases beyond payments and tipping into DeFi, gaming, and onchain services. Jefferson said building out financial infrastructure is essential if Dogecoin is to function as a practical currency.