
Elon Musk says X's new DM feature, XChat, will have 'Bitcoin-style' encryption and support audio and video calls
Elon Musk's X is launching XChat in beta with encryption, vanishing messages, and file sharing.XChat aims to enhance privacy on X, aligning with Musk's vision for an everything app.XChat's launch follows X's encrypted messaging feature for paid users introduced in May 2023.X, and earlier Twitter, has long been the platform of choice for users who revel in the public eye — a space to share unfiltered thoughts, "takes" of all kinds, and viral drama.But since Elon Musk bought the platform in 2022, he has aimed to attract a more private set of users as he works to make X integral to everyday…
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