Blush, for instance, is an AI dating simulator aimed at helping humans “practice relationship skills in a safe and fun environment.” One man’s review of the tool says: “Blush is an incredible dating and chatting app with some of the best AI companions I've ever encountered [...] However,” it notes, “there seems to be an issue with the AI sending pictures, which definitely needs to be fixed."
A new study of 1,500 singles, courtesy of dating app FindingTheOne, found that 78 percent worry the use of AI in online dating will blur the line between real and fake profiles.
On the AI directory website There’s An AI For That, countless bots been created to assist with dating – from profile creators to pickup line generators and texting assistants for optimising replies.
FindingTheOne founder Simon Prockter says AI could be the "final nail in the coffin" for online dating – if platforms continue to prioritise these artificial bells and whistles over genuine human connection.
Even if some are thrilled with their new ultra-intelligent sexting chatbot (albeit sans nudes-sending capability), the AI creep into online dating isn’t wooing most of us.
