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PlatformsHinge Expands 'No Ordinary Love' Campaign to Audio, Targeting Gen Z EngagementHinge launches its first audiobook as part of the "No Ordinary Love" campaign, now in its third year featuring real couple stories The audiobook is available on Spotify and Libby, featuring writers...
The DataDating Apps Limit Age Diversity in Same-Sex Couples, Study FindsSame-sex couples are three times more likely to meet online than different-sex couples (31.9% vs 10.1%) Meeting online reduces the odds of having an age gap of six years or more by 37.4% Dating apps...
ProductTUGG Develops AI Dating Platform to Prioritize CompatibilityTUGG is an AI-powered dating platform being developed in Northern Ireland that focuses on compatibility over swipe-based matching The platform assesses dating goals, communication styles, values...
EarningsGrindr Reports 33% Revenue Growth, Raises Guidance: What Founders Should NoteGrindr reported 33% year-over-year revenue growth in Q2 2026, reaching $138.1 million compared to $104.2 million in the same quarter last year Adjusted EBITDA rose 27% to $57.6 million, with net...
ProductTinder Tests Missed Connections and Search Features to Boost Real-World InteractionsTinder is testing Missed Connections in Canada and Australia, showing profiles of people users may have crossed paths with during the previous week A new text-based Search feature is being tested in...
ProductBumble Shifts Focus to In-Person Events, Aiming to Replace SwipingBumble is shifting focus toward in-person social experiences through its new app Plans, which facilitates small group activities instead of one-to-one matching CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd announced that...
ProductHinge Founder Launches AI Matchmaking Startup: What Founders Need to KnowAI-powered matchmaking services are emerging as alternatives to traditional swipe-based dating apps, using chatbot conversations to gather detailed user information before recommending matches Major...
PlatformsTinder Partners with We Met In Real Life to Boost Offline EngagementTinder has partnered with We Met In Real Life, a community events company, to create offline dating experiences for singles The collaboration launched with an event in New York City and represents a...
PeopleMatch Group Loses Key Communications Exec Michael Kaye: What Founders Should KnowMichael Kaye is leaving Match Group after more than seven years in communications leadership roles He joined the company in 2019 as his first in-house communications position, initially leading U.S...
FundingGoodword Secures Funding to Tackle Workplace LonelinessSocial and dating startups are raising millions by addressing loneliness, dating app fatigue, and professional networking gaps Several platforms are treating loneliness as a workplace issue, with AI...
PlatformsMeet Me at The Bar Tests Location-Based Dating in Riga: A New Model for In-Person ConnectionsEight bars in Riga are testing Meet Me at The Bar, a new location-based dating app that shows who is open to meeting in real time The app was developed by Normunds Petrovs as an alternative to...
PlatformsTinder Leads UK Dating Apps in Revenue Growth, Founders Must Focus on DifferentiationThe UK online dating market was valued at approximately $398 million in 2025 and is forecast to reach $749 million by 2034, with apps accounting for around 70% of the market. Subscriptions generate...
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