Revolutionizing Messaging with World Chat
In an exciting development for communication, Sam Altman’s blockchain initiative, World Network, is stepping into the messaging arena with the launch of its latest feature: World Chat. This new addition aims to enhance the way users interact while ensuring genuine human connections in an era increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence.
Introducing World Chat: A Mini App for Everyone
World Chat is designed as a “mini app” within the World App wallet, catering specifically to holders of World Network’s digital passport. This innovative passport allows users to verify their identity through iris scanning, establishing a “proof-of-personhood” that enhances security and trust in online interactions.
Ensuring Authenticity in Conversations
With the rise of AI, distinguishing between human and bot interactions has become more critical than ever. World Chat addresses this challenge by integrating with World ID, ensuring that users can identify when they are chatting with a verified person. “By connecting to World ID, World Chat allows you to know when you’re chatting with a verified human,” stated the World developer Tools for Humanity.
Design Features Inspired by Familiar Platforms
Even users who choose not to utilize the iris-scanning feature will be able to access World Chat. The design of the messaging app draws inspiration from popular platforms like Apple’s iMessage, incorporating a color-coded system to differentiate between verified and non-verified users. Conversations with verified World ID holders are marked by blue chat bubbles and a unique World ID gem in the corner, while chats with non-verified accounts appear with grey bubbles and no gem.
A Growing Ecosystem of Mini Apps
Since their introduction in October 2024, Mini Apps have gained significant traction, with over 250 million openings reported in just the first two months of 2025, according to Tools for Humanity. This rapid growth underscores the demand for integrated features within the World App.
Enhancing User Experience with Direct Messaging
According to Tiago Sada, the head of product at Tools for Humanity, the addition of a direct messaging layer was a highly requested feature. Sada emphasized the natural and enjoyable experience of sending money through a chat interface rather than navigating through a wallet. “People have been asking for the chat product specifically,” he noted.
Availability and Future Collaborations
World Chat is set to launch on Thursday for both Android and iPhone iOS users, marking a significant step in the evolution of the World App. In conjunction with the World Chat feature, World Network is collaborating with the social protocol Friends With Benefits and several investors, including Alchemy, Bain Crypto Capital, Blockchain Capital, and Variant Fund, to initiate the “World Build” incubator program. This initiative aims to foster innovation through hackathons, building retreats, and demo days, encouraging developers to create more Mini Apps.
Conclusion
With the introduction of World Chat, Sam Altman’s World Network is poised to redefine how we communicate, ensuring that our conversations are not only seamless but also authentic. As the platform continues to expand, users can look forward to a richer, more connected experience.
