Abstract: A system and method are provided for automated facilitation of a spontaneous introduction with a stranger of interest. The system may operate, for example, on handheld or wearable electronic devices. Using the system, the interested person may send a quick notification to a targeted recipient. The user will only be able to send an invitation to someone whose device is within range of the user's device, which may for example be the maximum distance or range over which the user's device is capable of transmitting a type of wireless signal, such as a Bluetooth® LowEnergy signal, both devices having the capability to send and receive that type of signal. The initial invitation may be anonymous, and an exchange of identifying information, subject to user approval, may follow in subsequent steps. The app and system may be usefully applied, for example, to facilitating romantic, friendly, or even business interpersonal introductions.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for automated facilitation of a spontaneous introduction with a stranger of interest. The system may operate, for example, on handheld or wearable electronic devices. Using the system, the interested person may send a quick notification to a targeted recipient. The user will only be able to send an invitation to someone whose device is within range of the user's device, which may for example be the maximum distance or range over which the user's device is capable of transmitting a type of wireless signal, such as a Bluetooth® LowEnergy signal, both devices having the capability to send and receive that type of signal. The initial invitation may be anonymous, and an exchange of identifying information, subject to user approval, may follow in subsequent steps. The app and system may be usefully applied, for example, to facilitating romantic, friendly, or even business interpersonal introductions.