BUSINESS INSIDER – At the Social Discovery and Dating Conference hosted by Global Dating Insights (GDI) in New York last week, AI was the central theme, with dating app founders and execs debating its role in the industry. Companies like Slide, Once, and Sitch discussed how large language models and AI agents could improve matching, safety, and user experience. Some startups, like the French app Gigi, are already experimenting with AI as a dating companion or assistant. While excitement around the potential is high, most speakers agreed that widespread user adoption of AI-driven features in dating apps is still a few years away.
Category: SLIDE
Fireside Chat With Ethan Martin
LTR – Ethan Martin, founder of Gen Z-focused dating app SLIDE, shares insights from his journey as an entrepreneur. Having learned a thing or two from his previous food delivery app, Round, he stresses the importance of solving one's own problems to devise impactful solutions. SLIDE caters exclusively to 18–28-year-olds, addressing their desire for safety and authenticity with mandatory ID verification. Slide launched in 2023, built off of extensive market research, using humor and relatability across platforms like TikTok to engage users. Ethan's bold vision positions SLIDE as a standout in the dating app market, focusing on a safe and lively community for young people.
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The October LTR was kindly sponsored by ParshipMeet Group, RealMe, Dating Through Curiosity, along with Courtland Brooks and Matchmaker.com
SLIDE – Upcoming Dating App for 18-28 Year Olds
LINKEDIN – Ethan Martin, known for creating the food and beverage ordering app ROUND, has spent the last 18 months developing a new dating app called SLIDE, aimed specifically at 18-28 year olds. In a recent podcast with Austin Okolo, Martin discussed what makes SLIDE different and why it's designed for this specific age group. You can listen to the podcast here.
South Korean Hyperconnect Launches “Slide”, a Video-based Dating App
BUSINESS KOREA – Jan 20 – Hyperconnect, a Korean IT company that develops software and mobile applications, has officially launched 'Slide,' a video-first dating and social discovery app. Through video-based profiles, AI-driven matching tools and a real time video "Vibe Check" feature, Slide enables users to match with others.
by Kim Eun-jin
See full article at Business Korea