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Beware: Those dating app responses you’re getting could be AI
Summary Be cautious as someone might be using AI chatbots to reply to you. AI chatbots can assist with conversation responses, potentially improving accuracy. Use of AI raises privacy concerns and may change dynamics in relationships. It can feel a little daunting to try out online dating. While there are plenty of success stories (my…
We asked daters what dating in 2025 is like so far
On a Tuesday night in the Chelsea neighborhood in Manhattan, dozens of women — and a few men — ascended to the top floor of a trendy cocktail bar for a “Masterclass in Meet Cutes.” The internet has a special fascination with meet cutes, or the rom-com serendipitous way of running into a cute stranger…
Review: AdultFriendFinder is the skeeviest ‘dating site’ online
Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of ContentsWhat is AdultFriendFinder? Is AdultFriendFinder legit? How does AdultFriendFinder work?How much does AdultFriendFinder cost? So, does AdultFriendFinder work?AFF could do so much more to make people take it seriouslyAdultFriendFinder alternatives The final verdict: Is AdultFriendFinder worth it?How We TestedFrequently Asked Questions If you haven’t heard of AdultFriendFinder,…
Sick of dating apps? Try a dungeon sound bath instead.
As I look for a spot to unfurl my yoga mat, I hear: “You’re welcome to lie anywhere you want, including inside the cage.” It’s not a typical sound bath greeting, but then again, this isn’t a typical sound bath: it’s taking place in Dungeon East, a BDSM space in downtown Los Angeles. I discovered…
The Relationship Experience dating trend: like a situationship but so much worse
Picture this: you’re dating someone new, and, not for nothing, you’re excited about them. They do things like chat to you all the time, texting and checking in with how your day is going. They take you on thoughtfully planned dates, talk about introducing you to their friends, kiss your forehead after sex, and cuddle you…