Star Trek fans might not be recognized as the most romantic sorts, but they need love just as much as anyone else, which is why online dating site 'Trek Dating' has slid open its hydraulic doors. The site is dedicated to ending Trekkies' searches through deep space by connecting like-minded fans, exclusively allowing Trekkies to use the site.
Trek Dating offers to connect heterosexual men and women, with another community for gay and lesbian Trekkies, and it is available in the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia and Spain. The site is shamelessly geeky, exhorting that users should "work on [their] Star Trek knowledge, because this is what turns our members on!"
Whether it's the films or the TV shows, The Original Series or The Next Generation, Trekkies can engage each other in the Vulcan death grip with Trek Dating.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Niche Dating Sites
- There are opportunities to create specific dating sites for various fan communities.
- Geek Culture in Mainstream Society
- As niche fandoms become more recognized by the mainstream, there are opportunities for businesses to cater to these communities.
- Virtual Dating
- There are opportunities to create virtual dating experiences for people who share niche interests to connect online.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Online Dating
- There are opportunities for online dating companies to capture and cater to specific fan communities.
- Entertainment
- There are opportunities for traditional entertainment companies to create content for fans of niche fandoms.
- Virtual Reality
- There are opportunities for VR companies to create virtual dating experiences for people who share niche interests.
