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AI wants to be your wingman
Swipe fatigue has forced the online dating industry to innovate.

TL;DR
- Dating apps are leveraging AI to address 'swipe fatigue' and innovate the industry.
- AI features include conversation starters, in-app assistants, and chemistry testing.
- Startups like Amata, Joey AI, and Known use AI for matchmaking and date coordination.
- Some services eliminate swiping, opting for phone calls and personalized matching processes.
- Consequences for ghosting are built into some AI matchmaking services.
- AI aims to simulate introductions by a well-informed friend.
- Despite AI's role in arranging dates, human chemistry is considered essential.
- Bumble's CEO teased an upcoming AI assistant named 'Bee'.