Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd shares how AI will 'supercharge' love and relationships | TechCrunch
Sep 28, 2023 - news.bensbites.co
Whitney Wolfe Herd, CEO of Bumble, Inc., has shared her vision for the future of online dating, which heavily involves the use of AI technology. Speaking at the Code Conference, she explained how Bumble already uses AI for matching algorithms and safety measures, and how she sees it playing a bigger role in the future. Wolfe Herd envisions AI being used to help people find more compatible matches, train people to interact more positively, and even set up dates. She also hinted at the possibility of an AI-powered personal matchmaker or dating coach for Bumble users.
Wolfe Herd believes that AI will not only improve the user experience but also boost Bumble's bottom line by allowing the dating app to offer a premium experience. While she did not specify a price for this AI-powered offering, she mentioned that it would provide an experience that feels "very curated, very selected" and would be priced at a premium compared to current offerings.
Key takeaways:
Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd believes AI technology will enhance the online dating experience, improving matching algorithms and safety measures.
Wolfe Herd is considering the development of a personal AI matchmaker or dating coach for Bumble users, which would assess compatibility based on user preferences and values.
Other potential uses of AI in Bumble could include image recognition techniques and setting up dates by placing reservations.
AI technology is expected to boost Bumble's revenue by allowing the dating app to offer a premium, curated experience for users.
