🚀 Elon Musk Introduces XChat with “Bitcoin-Style” Encryption
Elon Musk has officially unveiled XChat, a new messaging feature within X (formerly Twitter), with a standalone version also in development.
According to Musk, XChat will include:
🔹 End-to-end (peer-to-peer) encryption
🔹 “Bitcoin-style” encryption technology
🔹 Vanishing messages
🔹 Support for all file types
🔹 Audio and video calls — no phone number required
Some of these features are already rolling out to selected users.
⚙️ Technical insight:
Experts point out that the term “Bitcoin-style encryption” is more of a marketing phrase. Bitcoin mainly uses digital signatures for transaction security, which differs from typical chat encryption methods. Until X releases detailed documentation or an independent audit, this claim should be viewed with healthy skepticism.
💡 Why it matters:
If XChat truly delivers secure, private, and decentralized communication, it could align with core blockchain principles — privacy, data sovereignty, and censorship resistance — bridging the gap between social media and Web3 technology.
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
