THE PIVOT TO AUTHENTIC SOCIAL NETWORKS Jul 27, 2021 ... subscription feature to come. Featuring no algorithms, no engagement metrics, and real privacy– the HalloApp sounds like a breath of fresh air. - IRL - IRL is stepping in as an alternative for Facebook Events, facilitating “self-confidence” and taking away the “anxiety and social pressures of inviting friends to hang out in real life.” With over 12 million monthly users and a valuation of $1.17 billion, IRL hopes to become “the WeChat for the rest of the world.” As the world watches and waits for the ...