#XSuperApp X (formerly Twitter) is being developed into a "super app" by Elon Musk, aiming to integrate various functionalities beyond social media, similar to the Chinese app WeChat. This vision includes financial services, payments, and other features, essentially turning X into an "everything app".
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Super App Vision:
Musk's goal is to transform X into a comprehensive platform where users can handle various aspects of their digital lives within a single app.
Financial Services:
X is working on obtaining money transmission licenses and plans to offer financial services, including payments, by the end of 2024.
Inspired by WeChat:
The model for this transformation is WeChat, a Chinese app that combines messaging, social networking, and financial transactions.
Current Features:
X already offers features like Twitter Blue subscriptions, longer video uploads, and social audio rooms (Spaces).
Potential Future Features:
The vision includes mini-apps, job listings, and innovative payment solutions, potentially turning X into a hub for various online activities.
Challenges:
X faces challenges in competing with established payment platforms and e-commerce players, as well as regulatory hurdles in the US.