Beta Testers Receive Access to XChat Direct Messages from X
**Breaking News: XChat Beta Launches for X Premium Users, Public Release Anticipated Soon**
In a significant move for the X (formerly Twitter) platform, the company has introduced XChat, a new direct messaging system, to some paid users. The revamped version of the messaging system, which aims to blend encrypted messaging with social media functionality, is currently in its beta phase and is available to X Premium subscribers.
According to reports, a wider public launch is expected in the near future, although a precise date has not been officially announced by X. Some sources suggest a tentative public release date as early as November 2025, potentially aligning with Devconnect. However, this is not confirmed by official X communications.
Nima Owji, a reverse engineer, confirmed to TechCrunch that XChat appears ready for a broader launch. The launch of XChat could signify a major overhaul of the messaging system on the X platform, potentially marking a significant change in how messaging works on the popular social media site.
Rumoured features of XChat include end-to-end encryption, file sharing, group chats, passcode protection, and vanishing messages. If these features are included in the final version, XChat may be a sign that Elon Musk is delivering on his vision of building a secure, Signal-like messenger into X.
For now, XChat is being rolled out to some paid users, with the beta phase targeting X Premium users first. As the public launch date draws closer, more details about the new messaging system are expected to be revealed. Stay tuned for updates on XChat and its potential impact on the X platform.
**Sources:**
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[5] Mashable. (2025). XChat could launch as early as November 2025, according to unconfirmed reports. [online] Available at: https://mashable.com/2025/07/02/xchat-could-launch-as-early-as-november-2025-according-to-unconfirmed-reports/
XChat's beta launch for X Premium users indicates the integration of artificial-intelligence technology, as the new messaging system aims to deliver encrypted messaging, group chats, and possibly auto-suggestions. If the tentative public release date in November 2025 aligns with Devconnect, as suggested by some sources, it could mark a significant shift in X's messaging system, potentially employing more advanced technology such as artificial-intelligence.
