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The DataAshley Madison's Research Reveals Untapped Market in Older Women's Sexuality45% of Ashley Madison member respondents said they reached their sexual prime at age 40 or older Survey drew on responses from 885 Ashley Madison members and 13,597 adults across 11 countries One in...
PlatformsMatch Group Integrates AI in Europe to Meet GDPR StandardsMatch Group is rolling out AI-powered matchmaking and safety features across its European dating platforms, including Tinder and Hinge The expansion is designed to comply with GDPR requirements and...
ProductEliteSingles Launches $499 Elite Select Tier to Prioritize Quality MatchesEliteSingles has launched Elite Select, a premium membership tier priced at $499 per month for users seeking a highly curated dating experience The membership includes human concierge support...
The DataMatch Group and Bumble Leverage AI in Europe's Growing Dating Market: What Founders Need to KnowEurope's online dating services market is projected to grow from $1.22 billion in 2026 to $1.63 billion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of 5.99% Mobile applications accounted for...
ProductMatch Group Revamps Tinder with Events Feature to Boost User EngagementMatch Group CEO Spencer Rascoff is implementing a broader strategy to revive Tinder through increased investment, product changes, and expansion into adjacent markets Tinder Events, a new in-app...
- PlatformsDating Apps Prioritize Political Filters, Shaping User Compatibility
Political affiliation and views on President Trump have become non-negotiable screening factors for many singles in the U.S. dating market South Florida matchmaker Cheryl Maida began asking clients...
PlatformsSister Wives Refines Algorithm to Serve Polyamorous Daters, Offering Founders a Model for Niche Market SuccessChristopher Alesich has spent 18 years building niche dating platforms, including Sister Wives for polyamorous relationships and Matchmakers Inc. for personalized matchmaking services. Sister Wives...
PlatformsHello Group Expands Portfolio with Coffee Meets Bagel Worldwide, Enhancing Global ReachHello Group celebrates 15 years since launching Momo, the Chinese social platform that became the foundation for its dating and social products portfolio The company went public on Nasdaq in 2014 and...
PolicyMatch Group Alters NJ Disclosures After $650K Settlement: Founders Must Prioritize TransparencyMatch Group will pay $650,000 to New Jersey and revise criminal background screening disclosures across its dating platforms The settlement resolves allegations that Match violated the New Jersey...
PolicyOfcom Enforces Online Safety Act: What Dating Platforms Must Do NowOfcom has reminded online services that existing UK Online Safety Act obligations remain in force despite upcoming government changes to child protection measures. Platforms accessible to children...
PlatformsSurf Expands Hyrox Partnership to New Markets, Boosting Fitness-Focused DatingDating app Surf is expanding its Hyrox partnership to the U.K., Ireland and Latin America, bringing its service to events in São Paulo, Birmingham, Dublin, Rio de Janeiro and London this fall. The...
PlatformsEliteSingles Relaunches Under New Ownership: What Founders Need to KnowEliteSingles has relaunched under new ownership by SuccessfulMatch, less than three months after Spark Networks announced its closure The platform operates with an independent member database...
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