Yope raises $12.3M to build a private social network without algorithms or ads
Yope is a social media platform that offers a private, algorithm-free, and ad-free experience, focusing on micro-communities where users can interact in private. It uses AI to create mini-games and help users meet in real life, and allows customization of profiles and spaces. The platform has nearly 15 million registered users and has shared between 10 and 20 million pieces of content weekly, with over 50% of users using the app at least five days a week.
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