TechCrunch Startup News Les Amis, the app helping women form friendships, launches in New York ... and more
Aug 19, 2025
A new app, Les Amis, brings women and LGBTQ+ individuals together to foster friendships and attend local events. Using AI, it connects users based on shared interests, promoting community involvement. Meanwhile, Paradigm has introduced an innovative AI-powered spreadsheet in every cell, which just secured a $5 million seed round. This tool is designed to enhance productivity and meet various professional needs.
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Founder’s Personal Motivation
- Anna Bilyich built Les Amis after struggling to rebuild her social circle following a relocation.
- She launched the app with Oleg Paschinen in 2022 to help women form friendships through AI-driven matching and events.
AI Meets Intentional Socializing
- Les Amis targets women, transgender, and LGBTQ+ users in their mid-20s to early-40s and uses AI to match on interests and life stage.
- The app pairs biweekly matches and promotes local events to turn matches into real-world friendships.
Use Matches And Events To Meet
- Join Les Amis' biweekly matching rounds to meet curated potential friends based on interests and life stage.
- Use the app's explore page to sign up for local events and convert matches into in-person connections.