BUSINESS INSIDER – Business Insider reviewed pitch decks from 12 startups disrupting dating apps and social networking, many tackling loneliness, dating fatigue, and dissatisfaction with incumbents. Investors are backing both Big Tech alumni (e.g., Retro, PamPam) and Gen Z founders (e.g., Kndrd, Noplace). Notable raises include Posh ($22M Series A), Spoon Radio ($17M), Clyx ($14M), Pie ($11.5M), and Meet5 ($9M). Seed rounds went to apps like Hangout ($8.2M) and First Round’s On Me ($3M), while Series, an AI professional network for students, raised $3.1M pre-seed. Some startups are experimenting with freemium models or user-backed funding, but investors caution that not all are venture-scale.
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