Dating apps promised to revolutionize how we meet, but have they become marketplaces for status instead of connection? In the newest installment of the Columbia Economic Review, Ella, Riya, and Victorious dive into the theory and business behind modern romance. From matching theory and the rise of dating apps to Tinder's billion swipes, subscription models, user fatigue, and exclusivity platforms like Raya, they explore the nuances and consequences of our growing reliance on online romance.
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