I’d argue that Tinder/Bumble/etc are online speed dating. Instead of the old way of setting up a long dating profile and sending a ton of messages that get ignored, you just quickly swiped, find matches, have a quick chat to see if it’s worth meeting up, then meet for drinks. If you’re spending a ton of time texting before meeting “you’re holding it wrong” so to speak. After a few messages it should be pretty clear if there’s any connection, that’s speed dating in my book.
Ask HN: Why didn't online speed-dating catch on?
1 points by puppion 11 hours ago | 3 comments
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there is nothing about rushed decisions and pair-bonding that ‘goes together’
those without relevant stories of regret quickly acquire them