How Bitchat Fueled Nepal’s Gen Z Protests

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When Nepal’s government banned Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and dozens of other platforms, protesters faced a total digital blackout. But one app—Bitchat—changed everything. Using Bluetooth mesh networks, it allowed people to communicate without internet, phone numbers, or central servers.  In this video, we explore how Bitchat became a lifeline for Nepal’s Gen Z protests, enabling secure coordination, spreading information, and symbolizing the fight for free expression in the digital age.  📌 Learn how technology shaped a revolution. #Nepal #Protests #Bitchat #GenZ #FreedomTech  Welcome to BlockBit! Your go-to hub for cutting-edge crypto and tech content on Dailymotion! Dive into the latest on blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and tech innovations with our updates, insights, and tutorials. Join our community and stay ahead in the digital world. Follow us on social media:  📌 DailyMotion:  https://www.dailymotion.com/BlockBitBTC 📌 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlockBitBTC  📌 Odysse: https://odysee.com/@BlockBitBTC:1  HODL our mission! Send a crypto donation to fuel our content and get a shoutout in our next video: https://tourniquet.app/donate/BlockBit  Business Inquiries: blockbitbtcb2b@proton.me  Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risks, including the potential loss of your entire investment. Blockbit is not responsible for any financial losses incurred.  Subscribe for the latest crypto and tech updates! #BlockBit #Crypto #Tech

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00:00In September 2025, Nepal erupted in Perotis.

00:03A new generation, tired of corruption and nepotism,

00:06took to the streets under the banner of the so-called Nepal Kids Movement.

00:09When the government responded by banning Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube,

00:13and more than two dozen other platforms, protesters faced a blackout.

00:16The voices of a nation were suddenly silenced.

00:19But out of that silence, a new tool emerged, BitChat.

00:22Unlike traditional apps, BitChat doesn't need internet, phone numbers, or even registration.

00:26It runs on Bluetooth mesh networks, allowing phones to connect directly peer-to-peer.

00:31A censorship-resistant lifeline.

00:33Within just 24 hours, downloads in Nepal skyrocketed from barely 3,000 to nearly 50,000.

00:39Students, workers, and activists found a way to organize to share information and to keep the protests alive.

00:45Geo-hash groups popped up, neighborhoods linked together, and the government's blackout lost its grip.

00:49BitChat became more than an app.

00:51It became a symbol of freedom technology, the idea that no authority can fully silence a determined people.

00:56Even as the protests turned violent, with clashes leaving dozens dead and government buildings in flames,

01:00BitChat carried messages across the crowd.

01:03It gave the movement resilience when every other channel was cut off.

01:06For Nepal's generation Z, BitChat wasn't just another messenger.

01:10It was proof that in the digital age, the fight for democracy and free expression can find strength in technology designed to resist control.

01:16This is how simple peer-to-peer became a weapon of resistance and helped keep the revolution alive.

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