Love Letter: Bumble says so long to swiping. What’s next for dating apps?
Plus, “closed-door” romance novels that will make you swoon.
Love Letter
May 15, 2026

Swiping is a feature of some dating apps — swipe right for yes, left for no. But one dating app, Bumble, is killing the swipe feature and shifting toward matchmaking that is driven by artificial intelligence. What could go wrong?

Click on the link below to learn more about Bumble’s new era. You’ll also find a Vows column filled with twists and turns; a list of recommendations for non-spicy romance novels; and the latest episode of our Modern Love podcast, featuring Ramy Youssef.

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