Dating app 'Wingman' surveyed 500 people aged 18 to 27 and asked about their dating preferences. They found that 65% preferred to meet digitally.
The main reason for this is that virtual communication saves a lot of money on transportation and eating out. Inflation has caused the cost of eating out to skyrocket, even in the fast food sector. Some Zoomers try to simulate the dating experience by ordering takeout together during the video call, according to Wingman founder Tina Wilson. "You can have a quick chat and see if there's a spark or not," said the boss of the dating app.