Stanford student's matchmaking algorithm connects 5,000 singles and expands to ten universities

A Stanford student-created matchmaking algorithm, Date Drop, has gained widespread popularity on campus, pairing over 5,000 students. The platform uses a 66-question survey to match compatible individuals, with matches released weekly, and has expanded to ten other universities, raising $2.1 million in funding. Date Drop addresses student intimidation with traditional dating and the overwhelming nature of existing apps, though challenges in forming lasting connections persist.