However, the use of AI in dating apps has raised concerns about authenticity and potential misrepresentation. While some users appreciate the efficiency and assistance in overcoming initial awkwardness, others worry about the implications of removing themselves from the dating process. Despite these concerns, the use of AI in dating apps is likely to become more normalized as developers seek solutions to dating app fatigue.
Key takeaways:
- A new dating app called Volar uses artificial intelligence to help users skip the early stages of chatting with a new match by creating a personal chatbot that mimics a person’s interests and conversational style.
- The chatbot goes on virtual first dates with the bots of potential matches, after which people can review the initial conversations and decide whether to send a real first message request.
- Volar was developed by Ben Chiang, a former product director for the My AI chatbot at Snap, who aims to make dating apps more efficient and less exhausting.
- Other dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, and Match.com are also exploring AI updates, while outside apps like YourMove.ai and Rizz are emerging to help people come up with responses to send inside traditional dating apps.