In a groundbreaking move, Elon Musk's social media giant, X, formerly known as Twitter, has announced its plan to introduce peer-to-peer payments within the year.
The announcement, made on the platform, revealed that the move is part of X's grand vision to usher in a "2024 revolution" by enhancing user utility and opening up new opportunities for commerce.
While the specifics of the peer-to-peer payment system are yet to be disclosed, this development is considered the most significant since Musk acquired the platform for a whopping $44 billion in late 2022.
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has consistently advocated for transforming X into an "everything app," aiming to provide users with a seamless experience ranging from posting content to managing their finances.
In a July post on X, Musk emphasised the platform's ambitious goal of including "comprehensive communications and the ability to conduct your entire financial world."
Earlier, X had unveiled a tool enabling users to access stocks, cryptocurrencies, and various financial assets through a collaboration with social trading startup eToro.
The addition of peer-to-peer payments is expected to not only streamline financial transactions but also reshape the dynamics of social commerce within the X platform.
Users can anticipate a more integrated experience, as Musk envisions X becoming the "everything app" that unites various experiences into a single, user-friendly interface.
Moreover, X has plans to expand its content offerings, promising an increase in original content and talent.
The platform aims to continue investing in content partnerships and creators, enhancing its overall appeal. Additionally, improvements in advertising strategies are on the horizon, with X positioning itself as more than just another app but as the go-to platform for a comprehensive online experience.
