Introducing Match Group Asia’s New Chief Innovation Officer – Global Dating Insights

Sam Ahn, the CEO of Hyperconnect, will now be taking on the role of Chief Innovation Officer at Match Group Asia. Ahn will be responsible for the Asia-based team that looks to take advantage of AI and other emerging technologies.

Sam Ahn was the co-founder and CEO of Hyperconnect, which operates two social discovery platforms: Azar and Hakuna. 

“It has been my honor to lead one of the most talented technology teams in the world at Hyperconnect,” said Sam Ahn. “In this new role, I look forward to exploring new opportunities and growth engines for Hyperconnect and Match Group by combining Match Group’s extensive knowledge and global expertise with Hyperconnect’s top-flight talent and innovative technologies”, he added.

Linda Kim, Hyperconnect’s COO, will now be taking up the CEO position as of October 1st 2023. 

“I’ve been blown away by the level of creativity, ingenuity, and drive I’ve seen within Hyperconnect since I joined the organization last year,” said Kim. “I look forward to maintaining the great momentum we have built by giving our talent the resources and structures they need to succeed and break new ground”, she continued.

“Hyperconnect has long been a leader in innovation with its world-class video technology,” said Malgosia Green, CEO of Match Group Asia.

“As Hyperconnect’s leader and co-founder, Sam has an extensive track record of breaking boundaries and exploring new opportunities, and in his new role will continue to grow our AI capabilities to benefit both Match Group Asia and the broader company. We are also fortunate to have a gifted senior executive in Linda Kim at Hyperconnect, who is positioned to seamlessly step into the CEO role and execute on our roadmap and priorities”, Green explained.