Some single people are frustrated with modern dating . . . so a dating service is throwing things back . . . to the old, “Love Connection” game show days. Kind of.
There’s an app called Rivet, which allows OTHER people to play Cupid. You can sign up to be a “matcher” . . . and then you get to vote on matches for other people. It’s a little like a game, although you KNOW some people take their matchmaking very seriously.
The “matchers” get to see an A.I.-generated photo of the pair together . . . but it isn’t just LOOKS.
Matchers are given data on a potential couple, without revealing their names . . . including core personality traits, interests, relationship intentions, and physical preferences. Then, you submit a vote of YES or NO.
The chosen couples aren’t forced into anything.
They see their potential partner’s name . . . the percentage of Rivet matchers who voted “yes” on the pairing . . . and a “brief, explanation of the groupthink.”
That’s something A.I. generic, like: “You’re both witty and love exploring new spots, and his sharp memory for quotes will keep you laughing.”
But no matter how much the public wants the couple to hook up, ultimately the daters themselves choose to accept or reject a real-life date.
One fascinating aspect: You can be a “matcher” even if you’re married, in a relationship, or simply not currently looking to date. But GOOD LUCK trying to explain that to your partner, if you aren’t up front about it first.