Social media giant Facebook reportedly wants to bring back the old 'chatrooms' where people could strike up conversations with strangers about subjects they were all interested in.
The 10 year old social media website has been quick to jump on any new messaging trends that are hip with the kids. It bought Instagram and WhatsApp. It made a Snapchap clone called Poke in 2012, and another called Slingshot earlier this year, CNN reported.
Recently, anonymity has been a hot topic embraced by standalone apps such as Whisper and Secret, and cherished by people whose online personas are entirely pseudonymous.
Facebook saw first-hand how much people value being able to communicate under their chosen identities. The company started cracking down on members who weren't adhering to its real-name policy and incurred the wrath of activists and drag queens.
Chatroom provides users with the 'anonymous' feature, which means they can pick whatever username they feel most comfortable and proud.