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Acquired
The Early Days of Messaging Apps and WhatsApp's Unique Network
This chapter discusses the early days of messaging apps like AIM and ICQ, and how WhatsApp changed the game with its network based on phone numbers. It explores why AIM and ICQ didn't fully capitalize on the iPhone's potential and highlights the unique aspect of WhatsApp's network.
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