Jack Dorsey announced the beta version of BitChat via a post on X.

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July 7, 2025

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Announced on July 7 via a post on X, BitChat operates over Bluetooth Low Energy mesh networks, meaning it allows nearby devices to form a self-organizing network without relying on servers or cell towers. Short-range Bluetooth allows messages to move between devices, with each device serving as a sender and a relay.

In an X post, Jack stated, “My weekend project is to learn about Bluetooth mesh networks, relays and store and forward models, message encryption models, and a few other things. Bitchat: Bluetooth mesh chat…IRC vibes.

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Week 28 of 2025