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Life is a beautiful journey, filled with new experiences and opportunities. But amid all the excitement, it’s the connections we cherish that truly enrich our lives. TouchBase is here to ensure that no matter how busy you get – or where your journey takes you – the warmth of your relationships never fades.
The Science of Friendship – Interview with Prof. Jeffrey Hall
Friendship is not that easy, requiring nurturing and nourishing, not numbing. This is only one of the insights from an interview with Jeffrey Hall, Professor and Chair of Communication Studies at The University of Kansas. The interview is below, followed by a...
The Paradox of Technology: More Connected, Yet More Lonely: Interview with Dr. Sena Aydin Bergfalk
Technology made reaching out technically easier, yet fewer people make the move – and loneliness is a growing issue. I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Sena Aydin Bergfalk, a cultural anthropologist, UX researcher, and strategist, about these fascinating topics. This...
People deserve a simpler, kinder way to stay close – TouchBase goes Freemium
When we launched Touchbase, our mission was simple help people reconnect effortlessly, without pressure or awkwardness. Over time, we've seen how powerful these gentle reminders can be in helping you reconnect with the people who matter most. And today we're taking...
TouchBase launches – it’s official and exciting
Today is the day TouchBase is officially alive. After lots of back-and-forth, testing, simplification, and you name it, I am proud to announce that the versions for both iOS and Android are available for download. This is an opportunity to look back at the origin...
TouchBase Progress Update: Get Ready for Our Closed Beta
We are thrilled to share some exciting news about TouchBase’s development journey. After months of hard work and dedication, we are moving into the closed beta phase soon. Here's a look at our progress and how you can get involved. Sweat and Code At TouchBase, our...
Addressing Modern Loneliness
In an era dominated by unprecedented digital connectivity, the paradox of modern loneliness continues to escalate. While technology has bridged vast distances, it has also contributed to an increased sense of isolation for many. This emerging crisis of loneliness...
TouchBase at Tech Barcelona: A Mission in Helping to Solve Modern Loneliness
"At the recent Tech Barcelona Afterwork event, our founder, Yohay Elam, had the opportunity to pitch TouchBase, emphasizing our innovative approach to combating modern loneliness. This event allowed us to share our vision with a like-minded community, sparking...
Meta’s latest suicide-related scandal and wrong incentives
Do no evil – that used to form part of Google's code of conduct until it turned into "Do the right thing." Meta (the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp) never laid down such bold aspirations. Still, it is serving so many people that it is under...
Digital nomads are lonelier than you think
That marmalade made from craft beer looks yummy – and I cannot believe I haven't eaten it yet. The jam was a gift from the regional government of Asturias, in the north of Spain, as part of its efforts to entice digital nomads to settle in that gorgeous corner of the...