The Dark Side of Dating Apps: Fake Profiles and Legal Action

This chapter explores the prevalence of fake profiles on dating apps and the actions taken by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against companies involved in such practices. It discusses a case where JDI Dating settled with the FTC for creating computer-generated profiles, as well as a recent lawsuit against Match Group Inc. for similar practices. The chapter also raises concerns about the emergence of AI romantic companions and their potential impact on loneliness and birth rates.