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Jack Dorsey's Bluetooth messaging app is now on the App Store

Bitchat doesn't require internet access to work.

Earlier this month, Block CEO and Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey unveiled a peer-to-peer, Bluetooth-based messaging app he put together. Per the free app's description, it allows users to chat with others who are physically close to them without needing to have their email address or phone number, which could make Bitchat handy for in-person events. The app doesn't need internet access to function, making it a useful option in situations in which authorities block mobile data and Wi-Fi connectivity.

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