Elon Musk has recently introduced a new messaging tool for X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. This new feature, called XChat, is designed to focus on privacy and secure communication.
In a post on X, Musk shared that XChat will allow users to send disappearing messages, make voice and video calls, and exchange all types of files safely. He also mentioned that this system is built using new technology and referred to its security as having "Bitcoin-style encryption." However, he did not provide further details about how this encryption works.
Although the phrase sounds promising, Musk has not yet explained what makes the encryption similar to Bitcoin’s technology. In simple terms, Bitcoin uses very strong methods to protect data and keep user identities hidden. If XChat is using a similar security system, it could offer serious privacy protections. Still, without exact information, it is difficult to know how strong or reliable this protection will actually be.
Many online communities, especially those interested in cryptocurrency and secure communication, quickly reacted to the announcement. Some users believe that if XChat really provides such a high level of security, it could become a competitor to other private messaging apps like Signal and Telegram. People in various online groups also discussed the possibility that this feature could change how users share sensitive information safely.
This update is part of Musk’s ongoing plan to turn X into more than just a social media platform. He has often expressed interest in creating an "all-in-one" application where users can chat, share files, and even manage payments in a secure space.
Just last week, Musk introduced another feature called X Money. This payment system is expected to be tested with a small number of users later this year. Musk highlighted that when it comes to managing people’s money, safety and careful testing are essential.
By combining private messaging and payment services, X seems to be following the model of platforms like China’s WeChat, which offers many services in one place.
At this time, there are still many unanswered questions. It is not clear when XChat will be fully available to all users or exactly how its security will work. Until more official information is released, people will need to wait and see whether XChat can truly deliver the level of privacy it promises.
