The conventional roster of life milestones is under review. Having kids in your 30s is no longer a given, if kids are part of the plan at all. Career progression is non-linear. Older Adults are finding new forms of independence. And Gen Z are embracing a more fluid definition of home.

In the face of economic crises, climate anxieties, and global wars, people are seeking solace through connection. They want to be sure someone will hold their hand in the face of hardship. As a result, they have higher expectations of care and understanding from interactions with brands, social systems, and p...

Dating apps in Japan are partnering with leisure spots around the country, shepherding bubbling online romances into in-person encounters. To deal with the tension between IRL and digital, apps are combining the two worlds to elevate people’s experiences while revitalising a post-pandemic economy.

Bumble is testing a speed dating feature that will allow users to chat with one another before deciding to match. The superficial, appearance-focused nature of most dating apps has left many users weary, but this update could facilitate meaningful connections and avoid early red flags.

Offering an alternative to the high-speed swipe culture of modern dating, Jigsaw brings a fresh approach to finding love by encouraging meaningful and authentic connections. In an oversaturated and competitive dating landscape, can considerate apps provide users with a greater sense of connection?

Dating apps aren’t the only way for people to meet online. Couples are finding each other all over the internet – via Discord servers, video games, review sites, and even customer service portals. What do these unconventional digital meet-cutes reveal about the state of digital romance?