Japan to Use Artificial Intelligence to Match Couples

B1 – Intermediate

Can you imagine yourself finding someone to be with in a relationship through the use of an AI software? Well, it is now possible.

Japan has recently started using an AI program to match couples in order to increase their birth rate, which is one of the lowest in the world.

Read the article for more information on AI matchmaking.

https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2012/201211-ai-matchmaking-1.html

Discussion Questions:

  1. What do you think of this AI matchmaking program in Japan?
  2. Will this help the country address its problem on low birth rate?
  3. Do you have the same issue in your country? How has the government addressed this issue so far?
  4. Will your government be willing to spend much money to get men and women matched up using an AI technology?
  5. Would this be an effective tool for an ageing society?
  6. What are the pros and cons of this technology?
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2 replies on “Japan to Use Artificial Intelligence to Match Couples”

1. What do you think of this AI matchmaking program in Japan?
I believe that the technology is not sufficiently developed to fulfill this purpose.
2. Will this help the country address its problem on low birth rate?
I don’t think so, the relationships are too complicated for this technology to contribute anything.
3. Do you have the same issue in your country? How has the government addressed this issue so far?
Yes, in my country we have the same problem. Many young people leave the country to have better opportunities.
4. Will your government be willing to spend much money to get men and women match up using an AI technology?
No, my government is not willing to spend money on this technology.
5. Would this be an effective tool for an ageing society?
I don’t think so, many social and economic problems must be fixed to fix this issue.
6. What are the pros and cons of this technology?
I do not find any pro to this technology.

You said: No, my government is not willing to spend money on this technology.
Now, since it is only your opinion, you can say it this way:
No, I don’t think the government would be willing to spend money on this technology.

Thank you for your answers to our questions. You always try to do a good job in your writing practice. Keep it up.

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