I’m excited to announce that PLATO5's Open Beta goes live on July 31! After tearing down the original build, I’ve rebuilt from scratch to focus on a single mission: moving people from strangers to friends through a clear, AI‑guided pipeline.
Why PLATO5?
Web 2.0 gave us infinite scroll, dopamine hits, and parasocial relationships but not a direct path to real connection. Loneliness has doubled since the 1980s, and social apps have only made it worse. PLATO5 is my answer: a social engine that measures success by genuine human relationships, not engagement metrics.
The 3‑Stage Pipeline
Matching
Every 24 hours join a group of four, matched using the Big 5 personality model, shared interests, and location. No swiping, no profiles—just compatibility. Our AI explains the matches thoroughly and gives suggestions on what you might talk about with each individual user.
AI‑Guided GroupChat
Enter a private quad chat where Zen, our embedded AI Chat Manager, sparks topics, balances participation, and even drafts messages in your style. Think of Zen as a gentle social coach. This prevents stalling chats and deepens connections among participants.
Meetup Coordination
When your group’s vibe clicks, use the Nearby applet to find or create virtual or IRL events. Our AI will also provide event suggestions on a weekly basis.
What’s Next
🔗 Open Beta URL: https://plato5.us/
💬 Feedback: Submit issues or feature requests right on the site when logged in.
Join Us
I’m a solo founder. I rebuilt PLATO5 from the ground up because I believe social tech should work for people, not advertisers. If you’re tired of algorithms that hook you for ad dollars, and you want to help build something that actually fosters friendship, sign up for the Open Beta. Let’s prove that social tech can be measured by real-life connections.
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