Artificial intelligence is going to transform how we date. The question is: will it be for better or worse? It’s already causing some real problems, especially related to “romance scams” and other fraud. But it’s not all doom and gloom.
Used in the right way, AI can make dating better . It can help write profiles and find matches, provide dating advice and coaching and, if all else fails, become a date companion. I have spent the past few years studying the impact of technology, especially AI, on our romantic lives.
And I think this is an exciting time to be single and online. The Kinsey Institute’s annual Singles in America survey revealed 14 per cent of Gen Zers and 6 per cent of all single people are already using AI to help with dating. Here are some ways you can use it right now.
AI can help you create a dating profile Some people are great at making profiles for themselves. They have a knack for writing short self-descriptions that are witty and charming. They can take Instagram-ready selfies, or have friends who are talented photographers.
For the rest of us, though, putting together a profile can be a daunting experience. AI can make things easier. It can help you write your bio and edit crappy selfies into presentable photos.
It might even edit out that fish you’re holding for some reason. While it may feel deceptive, we should view AI as an equaliser. People who want to spend time and money to improve their profile already have lots of ways to do so.
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