Michaela
Elon Musk, the CEO and owner of social media platform X, has revealed the rollout of a new messaging service named XChat, boasting features like end-to-end encryption, self-destructing messages, file sharing, and voice and video calling capabilities.
In a post on X, Musk revealed that the new messaging feature, XChat, is built using the Rust programming language and employs encryption inspired by Bitcoin’s security model. Musk’s latest announcement quickly stirred debate among Bitcoin supporters and cryptography experts, many of whom questioned the meaning behind his vague technical claims.
Samson Mow, CEO of game developer Pixelmatic and Bitcoin infrastructure firm JAN3, responded to Musk’s recent announcement by clarifying that Bitcoin itself is not encrypted. Bitcoin Core developer Luke Dashjr echoed Mow’s remarks, emphasizing that the Bitcoin protocol relies on digital signatures—not encryption—for transaction verification. “Bitcoin doesn’t even use encryption,” Dashjr wrote.
Dashjr also commented in a follow-up response that the use of Rush language posed “security concerns” and advised against its implementation for safety reasons.
Bitcoin utilizes elliptic curve cryptography and the SHA-256 hashing algorithm to secure transactions and generate cryptographic keys. However, it’s important to note that while Bitcoin transactions are digitally signed for authenticity, they are not encrypted. All transaction data is publicly visible on the blockchain, as information shared between nodes is transmitted in clear, unencrypted form.
With the launch of XChat, Musk is once again pushing the boundaries of what a social media platform can do. By integrating encrypted messaging, voice and video calling, and Bitcoin-style security into X, he’s signaling a shift toward turning the platform into a full-scale digital communication hub.
While details around adoption, user privacy, and regulatory compliance remain to be seen, one thing is clear: Musk isn’t just rebuilding X — he’s redefining how we communicate online. Whether this move will strengthen X’s position in the global tech landscape or spark new controversy remains to be seen, but for better or worse, it’s another bold step in Musk’s vision for the future of digital interaction.
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Michaela has no crypto positions and does not hold any crypto assets. This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. The Shib Magazine and The Shib Daily are the official media and publications of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.
