Chief executive George Arison stated, "I always knew that AI was going to be a really big deal, and as we saw where generative AI was going, I realised a lot of this extension stuff can actually be done by AI." He emphasized the potential of generative AI in enhancing user experiences and interactions on Grindr.
Arison highlighted the social impact of the AI wingman, mentioning, "Loneliness and depression are a really big problem for our community... AI could become a place where users openly discuss their feelings," aiming to provide emotional support alongside matchmaking.
Concerns have been raised regarding privacy, especially in light of Grindr's past, where user location data was collected and sold through ad networks. These issues have cast a shadow over the innovation.
Despite privacy concerns, Arison is focused on creating "empathetic AI technology," explaining, "We're training the model on Grindr's own data" in hopes of making the platform more inclusive and supportive for LGBTQ+ users.
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