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The founder of Hinge raised $18M to build a new AI dating service, Overtone
Overtone describes itself as "a voice- and audio-forward service, enabled by AI, that provides highly curated introductions."
TL;DR
- Hinge founder Justin McLeod has raised $18 million for his new dating company, Overtone.
- Match Group, FirstMark Capital, and Pace Capital are among the investors.
- Overtone is described as a voice- and audio-forward service using AI for curated introductions.
- McLeod contrasts Overtone with traditional dating apps, emphasizing deep personal understanding over profiles and swiping.
- A 2024 Forbes Health survey indicated 78% of dating app users feel burnt out.
- Overtone aims to address this dissatisfaction by focusing on quality introductions grounded in relationship science.
- Other apps like Ditto and Date Drop are also exploring AI for matchmaking.
- Overtone will launch later this year in select locations.
- Relationship expert Esther Perel has joined Overtone's board.