Column "Asia Techonomics": In Singapore, the government is now competing with Tinder
With its own dating app, the city-state wants to drive the birth rate up. Can we now learn about a better love life from this exemplary Southeast Asian state?
In Singapore, the government has launched a new dating app called "FirstDate" in an attempt to become a global leader in addressing declining birth rates. The app, which began operating in late September, is currently in a pilot phase and is only available to state employees aged 21 to 35. Upon registering, users must complete a detailed questionnaire that covers various aspects of their lifestyle.
These include their level of physical fitness, whether they live in an organized or chaotic apartment, and their preferred methods of relaxation after a long workweek.
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