Jack Dorsey released the source code for bitchat, a peer-to-peer messaging app that utilizes Bluetooth mesh networks. The app claims to provide secure and decentralized communication without reliance on the internet or servers. However, concerns have been raised regarding its security features, with reported issues around cryptographic gaps and user impersonation. Engineer Jordan Mecom has submitted a pull request for a warning message, suggesting that the app does not currently meet its security goals. Bitchat is an early work-in-progress that users must manually build and install on iOS since it is not approved for App Store release.
Jack Dorsey released the source code for a peer-to-peer messaging app called bitchat, which functions over Bluetooth mesh networks without the need for the internet or servers.
The app is described as secure and decentralized; however, it has been flagged for cryptographic gaps and impersonation concerns, questioning its security integrity.
Jordan Mecom suggested adding a warning message to indicate that bitchat may not meet its security goals and proposed utilizing standard secure messaging protocols.
The app is still in an early development stage, requiring users to build and install it on iOS as it has not yet gained Apple App Store approval.
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