X's new 'encrypted' XChat feature seems no more secure than the failure that came before it

I think people are missing the way this is actually a win. Obviously, nobody should be using it as their primary communication, just as nobody should be using FB Messenger as their primary communication. However, just like when Messenger added E2EE, having encrypted DMs on X is just smart. Less of a burden on a company in the event of data breaches and likewise less of a concern for individuals. It also means that normies have a slightly reduced risk of leaks.

Again, obviously no one SHOULD be using X for private conversation but having any form of E2EE on DMs is a win in my book.