At The Delphi Effect, our mission is simple yet powerful: to create a space where people connect through shared values, ideas, and passions, free from the manipulative tactics of today’s dating apps.
We’re inspired by a vision from the early days of online connection, when Wes Kussmaul’s Delphi network brought thousands together—not through photos or superficial profiles, but through meaningful conversations in online gatherings. Those authentic exchanges led to countless friendships, collaborations, and even marriages, proving that real bonds form when people lead with what matters most to them.
Today’s dating apps, built on surveillance capitalism, often work against that authenticity. They thrive on keeping users hooked with endless swipes and subscriptions, prioritising profit over connection. As Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder of Tinder and Bumble, reflected in a 2025 New York Times interview, the industry became a game of “the more people here, the more money, the better,” leaving members feeling “rejected and judged.” A Business Insider member echoed this, calling modern apps “a total scam” that lost their original purpose. We’re here to change that.
Our mission is to reject this “meet market” model and empower you to build a community where authenticity rules. That’s why we created clubhouses, spaces where you can dive into what excites you, from niche hobbies to big ideas, and connect with others who share your spark. If you don’t find your perfect topic, you can start your own, shaping a community that reflects you.
We’re committed to keeping it real: no data exploitation, no algorithms pushing fakery, just a platform where your voice and values lead the way.
Join us in building a community where every connection is meaningful and every conversation counts.