Twitter Announces Major Changes to Direct Messages, Including Encryption Feature
Elon Musk promises a rapid rollout of the new feature.
Twitter has announced significant changes to its direct messaging system, including the introduction of an encryption feature that promises to enhance the security and privacy of users. The news was confirmed in tweets from the company’s support account and CEO Elon Musk, who promised a rapid rollout of the new feature.
Immediate Changes
The immediate changes to the messaging system include the ability to reply to specific messages and react to messages with any reaction, rather than a limited few. These features have already been made available to users, and they can access them by pressing and holding on a specific message.
Encrypted Direct Messages
The most significant change is the introduction of encrypted direct messages, which Musk says was a priority for Twitter in a meeting with employees in November. According to Musk, the version 1.0 release of the feature “should happen” on Wednesday, and he promises that it will “grow in sophistication” at a rapid rate. Musk has also assured users that even he would not be able to see their DMs, stating that “the acid test is that I could not see your DMs even if there was a gun to my head.”
Voice and Video Chat
In addition to encrypted DMs, Musk announced that Twitter plans to introduce voice and video chat, allowing users to talk to people anywhere in the world without sharing their phone number. Although a timeline for the rollout of this feature has not yet been announced, it is expected to be a significant addition to the platform’s functionality.
Ad Revenue Sharing Still in Development
Despite these exciting developments, Musk’s previous announcement about ad revenue sharing with creators has yet to materialize. The CEO admitted on Tuesday that the company is still working on the software for this feature. Nonetheless, the news about encrypted DMs and voice and video chat is likely to be welcomed by users concerned about privacy and security on the platform.
Conclusion
Twitter’s announcement of these significant changes to its messaging system marks a crucial step in its efforts to enhance the security and functionality of the platform. The introduction of encrypted DMs will provide users with an added layer of privacy and security, while voice and video chat will give them greater flexibility in how they communicate with others on the platform. Although the ad revenue sharing feature is still in development, the overall trend is towards a more user-friendly and secure platform that should continue to attract a wide range of users.
