REFINERY29 – The dating world is witnessing the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), with apps incorporating AI to enhance matchmaking. Apps like Iris Dating and Elate utilize AI to offer a more personalized dating experience. Iris uses AI to show users profiles of individuals they are highly compatible with, aiming to reduce swipe fatigue. Elate introduces Dara, an AI-powered dating coach providing users with advice on opening lines, profile enhancements, and date ideas. However, concerns exist regarding potential biases in AI algorithms and the risk of replacing human interaction with AI-generated responses. Biases can be introduced during the selection and training of AI models. Yet, AI offers broader access to resources like dating coaches, benefiting individuals without extensive financial means. While the future implications of AI in dating are yet to be fully understood, there is optimism that it can enhance connections and relationships.
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Inner Circle Adds a Suite of Anti-ghosting Features
TECH CRUNCH – Inner Circle, a global dating app, is trying to put a stop to the hurtful online dating experience where people cut off contact with another person without any warning or explanation. Inner Circle dubbed this new group of features "The Date Conscious Suite." The new toolset includes things like anti-ghosting reminders, end conversation options, closure messages, pinned conversations, and decision prompts. Match Group announced a feature in 2021 that nudges users suspected of ghosting so the user can unmatch or send a message that they're not interested. Also, Hinge has a "Your Turn" feature that reminds users when it's their turn to respond. The video-first dating app, Snack, has an anti-ghosting feature that reports users that ghost too frequently. The more someone ghosts, the less a user's profile gets seen. There's even an anti-ghosting dating app called Elate, specifically designed with features that help prevent ghosting.
