In a recent interview at the Bloomberg Technology Summit in San Francisco, Whitney Wolfe Herd, the founder and executive chair of Bumble, emphasised the company’s commitment to leveraging AI to cultivate healthier and more equitable relationships.
“Our focus with AI is to foster healthier, more equitable relationships, beginning with self-improvement. For example, in the near future, you might be able to consult an AI dating concierge about your insecurities, such as recent breakups or commitment issues, and receive guidance on improving your self-perception and communication skills.”
“If you want to get really out there. There is a world where your dating concierge could go and date for you with other dating concierges,” Herd said.
However, the Bumble Founder acknowledged the dual nature of AI’s impact on relationships. While it can potentially assist users in flirting and crafting engaging messages, there are concerns about individuals forming attachments to AI-driven personas or encountering deceptive practices.
A recent incident shared by a woman in Bengaluru underscored these concerns, where she recounted being impressed by a date who might have used AI during their conversation. But she realised he was a ‘dull man’ when interacting in person.
Herd highlighted the potential for AI concierges to facilitate matchmaking by interacting with counterparts to identify highly compatible matches, underscoring the alignment of AI with Bumble’s values.
“Envision a scenario where your AI concierge assists you and interacts with other dating concierges to streamline your dating process, narrowing down potential matches to the most compatible few. This illustrates the potential of AI when aligned with our core values,” Bumble Founder explained.
Interestingly, a shift is underway among Gen Z and millennials, who increasingly incorporate AI into their dating lives. According to a report by Cosmopolitan magazine and dating app Bumble, over three-quarters of millennials and 81% of Gen Z are open to using AI bots to spice up their flirting game on dating apps.
Looking ahead, Bumble aims to be the go-to platform for individuals seeking meaningful connections that align with their experiences and aspirations.
