Whether it’s the burden of work or the stress of finding ‘the one’, Japanese singletons aren’t falling head over heels – a quarter of men and one in seven women are unmarried by 50. In recent years, dating apps have helped simplify, and speed up, the process of finding love.

Grindr may have pioneered digital dating for the LGBTQ+ community, but its one-size-fits-all approach has left plenty to be desired. Her is giving queer women a space to call their own, creating a virtual community in which to meet like-minded individuals as friends or potential partners.

Mystic Messenger is a game in which players take control of a female avatar and are presented with six potential suitors, powered by artificial intelligence. With more than a million people engaged around the world, it provides a glimpse into the true potential of online dating.

Looking for love online can be a minefield at the best of times, but it’s proving especially difficult for single 50- and 60-somethings who may not feel as comfortable on the platforms used by younger generations. How does Boomer-focused app Lumen address this cohort’s dating needs?