Hinge founder raises $18 million for AI dating startup Overtone

Justin McLeod, who stepped down as Hinge CEO last year, has raised $18 million for a new dating company called Overtone. The startup describes itself as a voice- and audio-forward service that uses AI to provide curated introductions. Match Group, FirstMark Capital, and Pace Capital are backing the company.

Key details: Justin McLeod raised $18 million for Overtone, Overtone is described as an AI-enabled voice and audio dating service, Match Group, FirstMark, and Pace Capital are investors.

Why it matters: Consumer AI is moving into high-trust social matching, where voice and curation could reshape dating-product design.