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By Sean Kelly
A local entrepreneur has had success in developing a ‘revolutionary’ new dating app.
Derry-born Mani Kular, 31, created the app ToDate after being frustrated with existing dating apps. ToDate places more focus on activity-based matching.
The user selects the activity they are interested in – such as a walk or going for drinks – as well as the time frame when they are free. They are then matched with someone with the same interests and schedule.
It has been described by TechRound as “the world’s first ‘same day’ dating app.”
“Having experienced the online dating scene myself, we wanted to create a dating solution for single people who don’t want to deal with the drawn out, and very often pointless, process of messaging someone for weeks on end only for it to not work out or end prematurely,” Mr Kular told TechRound.
ToDate also places particular importance on user safety. By using measures such as facial recognition technology, users can be verified within minutes.
ToDate was initially launched as a London-only app in January, but now Mr Kular is aiming to launch the app on the island of Ireland. Mr Kular’s family had a multi-generational journey from India to Derry. He is currently based in London but calls Derry home.
“Derry holds a special place in my heart, shaping who I am today. Bringing ToDate to the island of Ireland is my heartfelt mission—a way to contribute to the community that has given my family and me so much,” said Mr Kular.
Mr Kular has recently joined the Ethnic Minority and Migrant Entrepreneurs Network, which looks to improve the economic and employment opportunities of ethnic minority entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland. EMEEN will also play a pivotal role in a crowd funding campaign for ToDate in late October.
“Joining EMEEN is a proud moment. Together, we’ll amplify diverse voices and celebrate entrepreneurship within ethnic minority communities,” said Mr Kular.
Steve Lazars, founder and director of EMEEN and the Ethnic Minority Business Network, echoed his sentiments. “Backing ToDate and Mani, EMB Network demonstrates our unwavering dedication to championing diverse entrepreneurs, fostering innovation, and fostering success for the growth of our local economy.”
The site for the dating app is www.todate.app
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