Single 20-somethings need AI to make first move on dating apps, says Hinge boss
Hinge's leadership suggests that Gen Z users are increasingly relying on AI to initiate dating app conversations due to a lack of social confidence. The company defends its AI features as tools for self-expression rather than automated replacement of human interaction.
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The integration of AI into social and romantic life raises questions about the long-term impact of technology on human interpersonal skills.
Image source, Getty Images By Yasmin Rufo , Business reporter , Sean Farrington , presenter, Big Boss Interview podcast and Emer Moreau , Business reporter Published 5 June 2026, 00:05 BST Single 20-somethings need AI to start conversations on dating apps because they lack the confidence of older generations, says the boss of Hinge.
The article presents the company's perspective while acknowledging broader trends and criticisms of dating app usage.
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