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The Tea app was intended to help women date safely. Then hackers leaked 72,000 images online, including users' selfies

Privacy professionals

Grindr users should watch out for this 'red flag' to stay safe, expert warns

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Privacy professionals

Kink and LGBT dating apps exposed 1.5m private user images online

Privacy professionals

1.5 MILLION photos leaked from BDSM dating apps - are yours exposed?

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Privacy professionals

The Tea app was intended to help women date safely. Then hackers leaked 72,000 images online, including users' selfies

Privacy professionals

Grindr users should watch out for this 'red flag' to stay safe, expert warns

Online dating apps carry risks of cybercrime and users should take precautions to stay safe.

Privacy professionals

fromwww.bbc.com

Kink and LGBT dating apps exposed 1.5m private user images online

Nearly 1.5 million explicit images from dating apps were exposed online without protection, posing significant risks to users, especially in hostile environments.

Privacy professionals

1.5 MILLION photos leaked from BDSM dating apps - are yours exposed?

Dating apps exposed 1.5 million private photos due to a serious security oversight, risking user privacy and safety.

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#hinge

Relationships

Zohran Mamdani met his wife on Hinge is it any different from other dating apps?

Growth hacking

Hinge CEO Justin McLeod says dating AI chatbots is 'playing with fire'

fromAdweek

Hinge Is Bucking Dating App Burnout With Marketing That Caters to Gen Z

Hinge's campaign illustrates successful connections amid dating app fatigue.

Hinge experienced significant revenue growth and user acquisition in 2024.

The app targets Gen Z and intentional daters to attract new users.

Relationships

Zohran Mamdani met his wife on Hinge is it any different from other dating apps?

Growth hacking

Hinge CEO Justin McLeod says dating AI chatbots is 'playing with fire'

fromAdweek

Hinge Is Bucking Dating App Burnout With Marketing That Caters to Gen Z

Hinge's campaign illustrates successful connections amid dating app fatigue.

Hinge experienced significant revenue growth and user acquisition in 2024.

The app targets Gen Z and intentional daters to attract new users.

more#hinge

#fraud

fromLos Angeles Times

US politics

SoCal man used dating apps to swindle matches out of more than $2 million, feds say

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US politics

US man arrested for allegedly using dating apps to scam matches out of $2m

US politics

California man accused of using dating apps to scam people of more than $2 million

fromLos Angeles Times

US politics

SoCal man used dating apps to swindle matches out of more than $2 million, feds say

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US politics

US man arrested for allegedly using dating apps to scam matches out of $2m

US politics

California man accused of using dating apps to scam people of more than $2 million

more#fraud

fromSFGATE

Calif. man accused of scamming dating app users out of $2 million

According to the Central District of California U.S. Attorney's Office, a California man was indicted on 13 counts of wire fraud for scamming dating app users out of $2 million.

US news

Dating is a nightmare. Whisper network apps won't save us.

Tea allows women to reverse image search men's photos, run background checks on suitors, and post reviews of men, marking them as green-flag or red-flag daters.

Women

Men really are 'punching' on dating apps, study confirms

Dating apps reveal men often swipe above their attractiveness level, leading to mismatched successful matches with women of similar desirability.

#dating

Relationships

'So sorry, I grabbed your salad': Women are reportedly stealing Sweetgreen salads to meet men

fromBustle

Relationships

When Will I Finally Meet Someone?

Digital life

I'm a sex and relationship therapist - here's the one reason why 75% of single people are getting ghosted

Ghosting in dating is common due to the overwhelming options and fear of confrontation.

Can Matchmaking Platforms Save Us From Dating App Fatigue?

People are turning away from dating apps in favor of real-life connections.

Singles Only Social Club exemplifies the shift towards offline dating events.

Relationships

'So sorry, I grabbed your salad': Women are reportedly stealing Sweetgreen salads to meet men

fromBustle

Relationships

When Will I Finally Meet Someone?

Digital life

I'm a sex and relationship therapist - here's the one reason why 75% of single people are getting ghosted

Can Matchmaking Platforms Save Us From Dating App Fatigue?

People are turning away from dating apps in favor of real-life connections.

Singles Only Social Club exemplifies the shift towards offline dating events.

Relationships

Can Dating Apps Survive Their Own Success?

Relationships

Too Many Fish in the Sea? Dating App Overload Explained

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fromwww.independent.co.uk

Online marketing

People Are Rizzing on Tinder Using ChatGPT, Then Showing Up to Dates Completely Tongue-Tied Without Their AI Crutch

Right-wing politics

How your political leanings can impact your success on dating apps

Marketing tech

Forgive me, Reader: I ghost him.' The best dating apps, tested

fromIntelligencer

Relationships

Can Dating Apps Survive Their Own Success?

Relationships

Too Many Fish in the Sea? Dating App Overload Explained

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fromwww.independent.co.uk

Online marketing

People Are Rizzing on Tinder Using ChatGPT, Then Showing Up to Dates Completely Tongue-Tied Without Their AI Crutch

Right-wing politics

How your political leanings can impact your success on dating apps

Marketing tech

Forgive me, Reader: I ghost him.' The best dating apps, tested

more#online-dating

#mental-health

Relationships

The emotional burden of flirting on your phone: Lies, ghosts, and crumbs of attention

Relationships

Dating apps face a reckoning as users log off: There's no actual human connection'

Relationships

The emotional burden of flirting on your phone: Lies, ghosts, and crumbs of attention

Relationships

Dating apps face a reckoning as users log off: There's no actual human connection'

more#mental-health

New York City

Leftists are determined to date each other - and not settle for liberals: Politics are the new religion'

Zohran Mamdani's Hinge success story boosts interest in the app among eligible New Yorkers.

fromIndependent

Asking for a friend: I'm struggling with dating apps as I don't want to send nudes and am not interested in casual sex. Will I be single forever?

Casual dating can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially after a long-term relationship.

fromwww.npr.org

I went on a date with my AI dream guy. Then I cried over shrimp

Re-entering the dating scene as a widow led to exploring an AI boyfriend for companionship.

#artificial-intelligence

Relationships

Why the next app for relationships won't look like a dating app, according to a VC

AI is set to transform relationship-building, potentially rendering traditional dating apps obsolete.

AI wingmen' bots to write profiles and flirt on dating apps

AI bots on dating apps may erode authentic human interactions.

Increased AI support could foster anxiety and competitiveness among users.

Relationships

Why the next app for relationships won't look like a dating app, according to a VC

more#artificial-intelligence

AI wingmen' bots to write profiles and flirt on dating apps

AI bots on dating apps may erode authentic human interactions.

Increased AI support could foster anxiety and competitiveness among users.

#gen-z

Relationships

Dating apps are doomed because Gen Z is locked in on meet-cutes, former Hinge content lead says: 'They want to vibe their way through meeting people'

Marketing tech

Hinge CMO Jackie Jantos hopes to help make Gen Zers less lonely | TechCrunch

Relationships

Gen Z daters are 'terrified' of being 'cringe' - and that's why so many are single, experts say: 'You can get away with being ugly'

Startup companies

Desperate singles need help before tax deadline - so they're swiping right for accountants

Relationships

Dating apps are doomed because Gen Z is locked in on meet-cutes, former Hinge content lead says: 'They want to vibe their way through meeting people'

Marketing tech

Hinge CMO Jackie Jantos hopes to help make Gen Zers less lonely | TechCrunch

Relationships

Gen Z daters are 'terrified' of being 'cringe' - and that's why so many are single, experts say: 'You can get away with being ugly'

Startup companies

Desperate singles need help before tax deadline - so they're swiping right for accountants

Relationships

Bumble, Match staff cuts indicate people looking for connections are splitting from dating apps | CBC News

LGBT

Bumble is stumbling. Tinder is flagging. But this go-to gay dating app is thriving

Startup companies

Bumble cut 30% of its workforce-the magnitude of which JPMorgan says 'comes as a surprise'

Startup companies

How dating app Bumble got off track, according to its CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd

Privacy professionals

Bumble is getting ID verification

The 2 biggest dating app companies have new leaders - and one of them is a familiar face

Bumble sees leadership change as Whitney Wolfe Herd returns as CEO amid industry shifts.

Focus on trust and safety marks a strategic priority for Bumble's future.

fromwww.cbc.ca

4 weeks ago

Relationships

Bumble, Match staff cuts indicate people looking for connections are splitting from dating apps | CBC News

LGBT

Bumble is stumbling. Tinder is flagging. But this go-to gay dating app is thriving

Startup companies

Bumble cut 30% of its workforce-the magnitude of which JPMorgan says 'comes as a surprise'

Startup companies

How dating app Bumble got off track, according to its CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd

Privacy professionals

Bumble is getting ID verification

The 2 biggest dating app companies have new leaders - and one of them is a familiar face

Bumble sees leadership change as Whitney Wolfe Herd returns as CEO amid industry shifts.

Focus on trust and safety marks a strategic priority for Bumble's future.

Privacy technologies

Tinder's mandatory facial recognition check comes to the US

Marketing tech

Tinder now lets you go on double dates

Relationships

Tinder's cure for Gen Z loneliness: A new feature for double dates with your bestie

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Women

Tinder Is Testing Out a New Height Filter

Marketing tech

Tinder is testing a HEIGHT filter - it's 'over for short men'

Growth hacking

Tinder tests letting users set a 'height preference' | TechCrunch

4 weeks ago

Privacy technologies

Tinder's mandatory facial recognition check comes to the US

Marketing tech

Tinder now lets you go on double dates

Relationships

Tinder's cure for Gen Z loneliness: A new feature for double dates with your bestie

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Women

Tinder Is Testing Out a New Height Filter

Marketing tech

Tinder is testing a HEIGHT filter - it's 'over for short men'

Growth hacking

Tinder tests letting users set a 'height preference' | TechCrunch

Friday night at a fake wedding - I went to Ireland's first ever wedding for single people to see what happens

Singletons are exploring innovative ways to connect romantically, moving away from traditional dating apps.

Sitch's new dating app fuses human matchmaking and AI | TechCrunch

Sitch leverages AI and human expertise to improve matchmaking in dating apps, aiming for better user satisfaction than existing platforms.

#ai-in-dating

Artificial intelligence

Hinge's CEO says dating isn't something people should leave up to AI

Artificial intelligence

How singles are using AI to improve their online dating success

Artificial intelligence

Hinge's CEO says dating isn't something people should leave up to AI

Artificial intelligence

How singles are using AI to improve their online dating success

I hate online dating, but as a single woman living abroad, the pros outweigh the cons

Dating apps can be a frustrating yet entertaining experience for singles.

Cultural differences amplify the challenges of online dating.

Female friendships provide support and humor amidst dating frustrations.

Send me a DM': How Instagram became to perfect place to flirt with the famous

Celebrities prefer Raya for dating due to privacy, but they still face challenges finding genuine connections.

#ai

fromApaonline

philosophy

Flirting with Personhood: Will Smith's Date with Sophia the Robot

Artificial intelligence

Do you want AI in your dating apps?

AI's role in dating is both promising and controversial, as it could enhance user experiences but may compromise genuine connections.

fromApaonline

philosophy

Flirting with Personhood: Will Smith's Date with Sophia the Robot

Artificial intelligence

Do you want AI in your dating apps?

AI's role in dating is both promising and controversial, as it could enhance user experiences but may compromise genuine connections.

more#ai

Women in technology

The shorter man's search for love: One woman cried when I told her how tall I am'

Height filtering in dating apps reignites discussions about romance biases and dating preferences.

You can now set up double dates with friends on Tinder | TechCrunch

Tinder's new Double Date feature allows users to team up with friends and chat with matches, alleviating dating pressure.

An Experimental New Dating Site Matches Singles Based on Their Browser Histories

Browser Dating app focuses on unique one-time payment model for unlimited matches, contrary to typical subscription-based approaches.

Kidnappings via dating apps in Jalisco put US tourists on alert

Tourists in Jalisco should exercise caution using dating apps due to rising kidnapping and extortion incidents.

#match-group

Marketing tech

Why Bumble and Tinder are suddenly scrambling to keep up with Hinge

Marketing tech

Match to lay off 13% of staff | TechCrunch

Match Group's new CEO admits the company's dating apps have too often 'felt like a numbers game'

Match Group's new CEO Spencer Rascoff aims to improve user experience and rebuild trust in dating apps.

Why Bumble and Tinder are suddenly scrambling to keep up with Hinge

Spencer Rascoff aims to revive Match Group by focusing on consumer insights, differentiating Hinge's strategy from Tinder's financial-centric approach.

Marketing tech

Match to lay off 13% of staff | TechCrunch

Match Group's new CEO admits the company's dating apps have too often 'felt like a numbers game'

Match Group's new CEO Spencer Rascoff aims to improve user experience and rebuild trust in dating apps.

more#match-group

fromIndependent

Simon Bourke: Tinder's height filter eliminates short kings - but beware the wrath of those left in the shadows

Women dominate power dynamics on dating apps, leaving men competing for attention.

fromLos Angeles Times

Dating apps used in Mexico to lure and kidnap U.S. citizens, officials warn

U.S. citizens in Mexico should be cautious about dating apps due to kidnapping risks.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Dating apps tied to kidnapping of US citizens in Mexico, embassy says, prompting security alert

American citizens have been kidnapped after meeting individuals on dating apps in Mexico, prompting cautionary advice from the U.S. embassy.

Yoga

fromYoga Journal

25 Dating App Bio Ideas for the Yoga Obsessed

Yoga-themed dating bios capture spiritual intentions and attract like-minded partners.

#grindr

Growth hacking

Grindr's new Right Now feature gives the app a spicy live feed

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

NYC startup

Inside the Grindr CEO's 'hardcore' vision for the LGBTQ dating app's future

Privacy technologies

5 months ago

Ninth Circuit Correctly Rules That Dating App Isn't Liable for Matching Users

Grindr is not responsible for user interactions that lead to harm, thanks to Section 230 protections.

Grindr's new Right Now feature gives the app a spicy live feed

Grindr's Right Now feature enhances user connections by offering a live feed of intention-based posts that disappear after an hour.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

NYC startup

Inside the Grindr CEO's 'hardcore' vision for the LGBTQ dating app's future

Privacy technologies

5 months ago

Ninth Circuit Correctly Rules That Dating App Isn't Liable for Matching Users

Grindr is not responsible for user interactions that lead to harm, thanks to Section 230 protections.

The Challenges of Dating in a Digital Age

Dating apps may ease connections, but they're undermining real-world social skills and meaningful interactions.

Meet LoveJack, the dating app designed for users to find love using just five words | TechCrunch

Kevin Malone from 'The Office' once said, 'Why waste time say lot word when few word do trick?' This reflects the essence of LoveJack.

Marketing tech

Can Your Dating Profile Attract More Attention?

Attractiveness and resources greatly influence long-term and short-term relationship partner choices.

Men show a consistent preference for physical attractiveness in potential female partners.

#sexual-assault

NYC politics

Mob-linked, brothel-running Long Island cop used badge to lure women on apps, then raped them: DA

A Suffolk County police officer has been indicted for allegedly assaulting women he met on dating apps, using his badge to gain trust.

UK news

fromwww.dw.com

British court finds PhD student guilty of raping 10 women DW 03/05/2025

A PhD student was convicted for drugging and raping 10 women, effectively using charm and dating apps to exploit his victims.

NYC politics

Mob-linked, brothel-running Long Island cop used badge to lure women on apps, then raped them: DA

A Suffolk County police officer has been indicted for allegedly assaulting women he met on dating apps, using his badge to gain trust.

UK news

fromwww.dw.com

British court finds PhD student guilty of raping 10 women DW 03/05/2025

A PhD student was convicted for drugging and raping 10 women, effectively using charm and dating apps to exploit his victims.

more#sexual-assault

JD Vance doesn't want lovelorn Americans to use 'destructive' dating apps

Vice President JD Vance raises concerns about dating apps causing isolation and hindering real-life connections among young people.

He believes technology is negatively impacting traditional dating and marriage rates.

Swipe right: dating app users prefer Reform voters to Tories, research suggests

Dating app users prefer profiles of those with similar political views, particularly favoring Reform voters over Conservative or left-leaning parties.

fromCreative Bloq

Nintendo just 'smashed' the world's most niche dating app before it could launch

Nintendo halted the launch of a Super Smash Bros dating app due to legal concerns.

Women

I left my husband of 34 years - now I'm having the best sex of my life at 70

Tina Pemberton, at 70, embraces sexuality and independence after divorce, claiming a happier and ageless life through dating apps.

Online dating advice: five ways to stay safe, according to the experts

Dating apps are enhancing safety measures to combat online abuse and ensure user identity verification.

Dating apps left me suicidal. How can I find love before it's too late?

"Iâve met about 100 different women through dating apps over eight years, but nothing has stuck. It's discouraging when everyone seems broken."

Relationships

fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community

These are the most common insecurities fueling your dating app obsession

Dating apps can exacerbate insecurities and lead to problematic usage patterns among anxious individuals.

Interracial dating site

The interface of MixerDates is surprisingly user-friendly compared to other dating sites, leading to meaningful conversations and genuine matches.

Marketing tech

Dating Apps Are Using Roleplaying Games to Fix Your Rizz

Dating apps are introducing tools to improve user engagement and conversation skills amid widespread dissatisfaction.

fromTNW | Data-Security

Tinder Swindler survivor launches identity verifier to fight scams

IDfier offers a secure identity verification system through advanced technology to prevent online impersonation.

The US states with the most cheaters revealed - with New York snagging a notable spot

Colorado ranks highest for cheating-related app searches in the US, revealing a troubling trend in marital fidelity.

fromMedium

When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

Tinder's evolution reflects a trend in app design towards addiction via gamification.

Predatory systems manipulate user psychology to create artificial wants.

Digital life

Why you should update your old dating app profile photos ASAP

Young daters should update their profiles frequently for better dating experiences.

Mismatched profile photos lead to dissatisfaction and potential cancellations of dates.

Public sentiment is divided on the effectiveness of dating apps in connecting users.

Want to land a first date? Then definitely don't send these messages to your dating app match, single people warn

It's essential to put thought into your dating app message as 78% of users dislike receiving just a 'Hey' or 'Hi,' indicating a lack of effort.

Mental health

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fromMedium

5 months ago

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many apps and games use psychological manipulation akin to gambling to increase spending.

Growing awareness of manipulative patterns has led to legal challenges against companies.

Eight teens plead guilty to attacking man they lured on dating app

"Dating apps can pose safety risks. This isn't the first time a dating app has been used to endanger a victim. Last year, a court heard that retired teacher Peter Coshan was reportedly targeted on gay messaging apps before his killing."

SF LGBT

fromMedium

When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

A male friend of mine recently deleted Tinder after a late-night come-to-Jesus moment. "I realized I was opening it a hundred times a day but rarely messaging anyone," he told me.

Growth hacking

fromIndependent

The day I found out my partner of 10 years had a secret life catfishing women

Identity theft for romantic deceit can happen even to seemingly ordinary individuals.

Right-wing politics

Dating is even more partisan in the Trump era

Trump's return has boosted politically themed dating apps, reflecting a decline in cross-party dating.

Right-wing dating apps are thriving as left-leaning alternatives struggle to gain traction.

Relationships

Dating Apps and the Perils of the Sexual Marketplace

Dating apps prioritize appearance over genuine connection, leading to self-objectification and impacting sexual consent practices.

I'm a millennial who's tired of dating apps. Are in-person mixers the answer?

The challenge of modern dating is amplified by online platforms struggling to meet emotional needs, leading to an increased desire for authentic connections through in-person events.

London startup

NYC startup

This new dating app is bringing a Pokemon Go approach to romance

A new dating app called Left Field aims to combat swipe fatigue by encouraging real-life meet-ups instead of in-app swiping.

NYC startup