Stories about connection

Ideas and insights on how people meet, chat and click online.

Why Random Chat Still Feels Like Magic
July 22, 2026 · 5 min read

Why Random Chat Still Feels Like Magic

There's a reason "next stranger" never gets old. Here's the psychology behind random chat — and how modern platforms make meeting someone new feel safe again.

How Modern Matchmaking Algorithms Really Work
July 22, 2026 · 6 min read

How Modern Matchmaking Algorithms Really Work

Behind every "you might like them" suggestion is a surprisingly thoughtful system. Here's how modern matching algorithms actually decide who to introduce.