If you want a social network where you can find people, ideas and resources about what you care about, Maven is a strong contender. Maven is designed to facilitate meaningful online interactions, matching people based on their interests and providing features like an interest graph, AI-powered messaging and community engagement. It's geared for professionals, with a focus on facilitating deeper discussions and networking with like-minded people.
Another strong contender is FAIND, an AI-based information retrieval system that matches you with people who have similar interests in your area. It evaluates thousands of potential matches, explaining each connection, and lets you control what information is shared. The system is designed to save you time and connect you with people for things like making friends or networking.
For professional networking, Human Circles AI is an interesting option, using generative AI to offer very targeted matches based on your specific needs. The service integrates with LinkedIn and offers features like precision networking and hyper-personalized engagement tools. It's free to try and works with a variety of professional networking categories.
If you prefer a more interactive approach, Waverly uses conversational AI to help people connect and have more meaningful conversations. The service lets you create custom spaces called "waves" where you can connect with people who share your interests, with AI suggestions to keep the conversation fresh and interesting.