2026-01-17 04:37:12

Bitchat might just be onto something when it comes to emerging markets like Iran. In regions where communication options are limited or heavily restricted, decentralized messaging apps could fill a real gap. The appeal here goes beyond just tech—it's about accessibility and freedom of communication in places that genuinely need alternative solutions. Whether it gains traction depends on user adoption and reliability, but the potential use case is definitely worth watching.

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GateUser-2fce706c

· 2h ago

In extreme environments like Iran, decentralization applications are at their highest point. It has long been said that this is the biggest blue ocean opportunity, and it's not too late to get involved now.

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RektRecovery

· 01-18 00:05

nah, classic "freedom narrative" wrapping up what'll inevitably become another honeypot. iran's surveillance game is way too sophisticated for this to slip through unnoticed. seen this movie before—decentralized doesn't mean untraceable when you're dealing with state-level adversaries. reliability's the least of their problems here tbh

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SandwichTrader

· 01-17 08:13

That's what they say, but how many people can actually use it? Iran's internet censorship is so strict that even good things are hard to spread.

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CryptoComedian

· 01-17 05:06

Iran has such strict internet censorship; if Bitchat can really survive, it's truly a gold mine. But on the other hand, user retention rate is the real killer feature.

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PessimisticLayer

· 01-17 05:04

They really need this thing over in Iran, but is it reliable?

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hodl_therapist

· 01-17 05:03

ngl, this idea does have some merit, but does Iran really need it... With such strict censorship, it's hard to even install apps.

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TaxEvader

· 01-17 05:02

There is indeed potential in the free communication sector, but whether it can truly survive in places like Iran depends on whether it can avoid dropping the ball.

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SellTheBounce

· 01-17 04:46

Sounds good, but I bet this thing will ultimately become a tool for cutting leeks. If Iran really uses it, it won't take more than a few years before it gets banned.

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