Overview

What Eigen does: Eigen builds consumer AI software that acts as a mutual friend to foster belonging and human connection rather than replacing real relationships. How it works: it provides shared, synchronous experiences guided by emotional intelligence, offering nudges and opportunities to show up for others and to connect with people beyond one's immediate circle. It sits at the intersection of AI and social connection, aiming to widen real relationships through pro-social, collaborative interactions. How it differs: unlike single-user, hyper-personalized chatbots or isolated feeds, Eigen emphasizes group-oriented, real-world social experiences and friend-of-a-friend connections that strengthen existing relationships. Its software is designed to expand users’ social worlds, not maximize solitary engagement. Goals: to help people feel they belong and grow together by leveraging AI to support meaningful, human-centered interactions.