Dorsey admitted that his new messaging app had not been reviewed or tested for security issues prior to its launch.

The Twitter co-founder has launched Bitchat, a new messaging app that works offline via Bluetooth, ensuring user anonymity and privacy with end-to-end encryption. Currently in beta testing, it allows peer-to-peer messaging.

Much like Bitcoin eliminates reliance on centralized intermediaries in finance, Bitchat would removes central authorities from digital communication.