X is testing a video conferencing tool

Elon Musk's X is venturing into the video conferencing space, aiming to rival popular platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. Recently, the company conducted its first internal conference using this new tool, which garnered strong positive feedback from employees. This initial success has led to discussions about incorporating additional features, such as the ability to pin speakers and improved notifications for participants joining or leaving the meetings. App researchers have indicated that users will have the capability to create meetings directly from the iOS app, either instantly or scheduled for later, mirroring functionalities found in existing conferencing tools. Furthermore, there may be a unique code system for each meeting, enhancing security during participation. However, the timeline for the official release of these features remains unclear. X has previously launched live video streaming through its Spaces product, suggesting a potential integration of video conferencing and streaming capabilities in the future. The company’s approach to launching this feature will be closely monitored, especially given past experiences with the calling feature that was activated for all users by default. Before making the video conferencing tool available to the broader user base, X must prioritize addressing privacy and security concerns, particularly in light of previous issues such as the lack of default IP address masking. This careful consideration will be essential to ensure user trust and safety as the platform expands its offerings.