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...

From decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) run on Discord to city-wide mutual aid groups, people are finding safety and optimism in numbers. For growing numbers of people, collective action is emerging as the only viable solution to compounding crises and deepening alienation.

A rise in dating app subscriptions suggests that the cost of living crisis is no major barrier for those looking to find love. However, many Americans are choosing to spend less on dates with their matches, reinforcing the idea that singletons are seeking authentic connections above all.

SOON is a dating app designed to facilitate in-person dating via in-app video chat. While many Americans are ditching dating apps for IRL experiences, video calls are being widely used as a digital screening process. As the dating landscape changes, platforms are adapting along with it.

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?

When it comes to dating, what we want and how we want it is changing – post-pandemic, people want tangible relationships. After Tinder had its most swipes in history on the first Sunday after the onset of COVID-19, many have grown tired of swiping and are seeking more from the dating landscape.