Startup Roundup – 3rd May
Social Discovery Insights is constantly on the lookout for new players, disruptive business models, and innovative technologies, in the social discovery market.
- Rex: Rex allows its users to discover and share recommended places with friends. It taps into your phone’s camera roll using AI tools to curate lists of recommendations. The app also allows you to keep track of all the spots you’ve visited and to curate shareable lists based on a chosen theme.
- Timeleft: Every Wednesday evening in 72 cities across the globe, Timeleft matches five registered users through its algorithm to share a meal together. Its aim is to spark genuine, real-life connections through spontaneous dinners with strangers.
- Favs: A new social networking platform for close friendships only, this app also seeks to reduce the time users spend scrolling and on their phones. After raising $1 million in funding last year, it’s currently in beta and with an open waitlist for those who want to sign up.
In Case You Missed It! Here’s last week’s Startup Roundup:
- Linkup: This app allows users to make plans and meet up based on mutually shared interests. It’s aimed at adventurous people on the go, who want to make new friends in their area.
- Howbout: This all-in-one social calendar app allows you to share calendars and make plans with friends. Useful features include the countdown to and built-in chat for every plan. You can even make a restaurant booking directly from the app.
- Zigazoo: This platform offers a potential alternative to TikTok for US-based teens and the younger demographic. It’s backed by big names, including celebrities like Serena Williams and Jimmy Kimmel. It uses human moderators only, with a strong focus on safety and positivity.
