The internet has made it easier to connect with people who share similar interests and overcome loneliness, but the lack of face-to-face interaction may lead to an increase in loneliness among Gen Z and remote workers. Men above the age of 30 who are single may have a harder time meeting new people due to societal norms and the rise of remote work.
With more people working remotely, there is a growing problem of loneliness, particularly for single men over the age of 30, who have a hard time meeting new people and making friends due to societal norms.
The speaker thinks that there is still a lot of innovation to happen around meeting people, mentioning the examples of lunch buddy and clubhouse, and believes that this category hasn't even started yet.