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the-hyve

A social matching app for newcomers and hosts to create connections

the-hyve is a social mobile platform that matches people to small, intimate events where they'll feel comfortable and connected. Built for newcomers to any city who are tired of showing up and still feeling invisible, it uses behavioral matching to put the right people in the right room based on interests, observed behavior, and social needs, not popularity.

For guests, that means walking into a room where they are expected. For hosts, it offers specialized hosting tools, verified guest matching, and safety infrastructure to host with confidence and avoid poor turnout or awkward dynamics. Launching in Toronto, August 2026.

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