AOL Instant Messenger is shutting down after 20 years

The pioneering chat app that dominated North America at the turn of the century is pulling the plug. On December 15th, AOL Instant Messenger will shut down after running since 1997. After SMS and social apps like Facebook and WhatsApp conquered chat, AOL is giving up the fight with no planned replacement. “We know there are so many loyal fans who have used AIM for decades; and we… Read More...