Match and its competitors have accumulated a rich trove of personal data, which AI can analyse to predict how we choose partners. Dating website eHarmony has used AI that analyses people’s chat and sends suggestions about how to make the next move. SHOVELLING YOUR DATA INTO THE DATING SANDBOXAs more user data is generated on the internet (especially on social media), AI will be able to make increasingly accurate predictions. With enough user data, future AI could eventually create a fully-customised partner for you in virtual reality — one that ticks all your "boxes". Another problematic consequence may be rising numbers of socially reclusive people who substitute technology for real human interaction.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 24, 2021 15:22 UTC