OP_NET, a Bitcoin Layer 1 native smart contract platform, has announced the official launch of its mainnet on March 19. The platform aims to bring Ethereum-like programmability to Bitcoin, enabling developers to build decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and social applications directly on Bitcoin's Layer 1. Previously, OP_NET secured $5 million in funding, led by Further with participation from ANAGRAM and UTXO Management.