World & BusinessEx-Tinder executive launches Rivet, a dating app that lets strangers play matchmaker
Bloomberg reports that Rivet uses volunteer “matchers” to rate whether two people might be compatible. The app was set to open to US users on September 24, 2026.
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A former Tinder executive launched Rivet, Bloomberg reports. The dating app invites community members to vote on strangers’ compatibility, with volunteer “matchers” assessing potential pairings. Its aim is to prioritize quality connections over quantity, giving daters just a few pre-vetted options at a time.