Ofcom: New Safety Requirements for Dating and Social Apps
The UK communications regulator Ofcom has published guidance for dating and social discovery platforms on complying with the Online Safety
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FOR SALE: Fast-Growing UK Dating Platform Explores Strategic Acquisition
A UK-based dating and social discovery platform focused on authenticity, emotional intelligence and meaningful relationships is exploring strategic acquisition opportunities
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Ashley Madison Reports Rise in Discreet Dating Interest in India
Ashley Madison has released new data highlighting a rise in discreet dating activity in India, with the platform reporting increased
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Match Group Survey: Singles Are Apathetic to AI Dating
Match Group, the parent company of Tinder, Hinge, Match.com, OkCupid and others, surveyed approximately 1,000 U.S. singles aged 18 to
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Pinterest Introduces AI Business Assistant And ‘Ask Pinterest’
Pinterest has announced a range of new artificial intelligence-powered features aimed at advertisers and shoppers, expanding the platform’s use of
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Reddit Study: How Users Research Before Making Purchases
Reddit has released new research conducted in partnership with WPP that explores how users rely on community discussions when evaluating
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White Label Dating’s Return Raises Questions About Trust, Transparency and Accountability
White Label Dating‘s re-emergence – they announced this week they will relaunch on 1st July – has reignited debate across the
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Jigsaw Dating Completes Major Pivot to IRL Hybrid Service
Jigsaw Dating has fully transitioned from a traditional dating app to a hybrid offline/online platform focused on facilitating real-world connections.
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Linda Kim Steps Down As CEO of Match Group’s Hyperconnect
In 2021, Match Group acquired the video technology company Hyperconnect, responsible for around $1.73B – likely due to their video
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Threads Hits 500 Million Monthly Active Users
Threads has reached 500 million monthly active users, closing the gap with X, which reported approximately 550 million MAU as
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Reuters: Social Media Becomes A Leading News Source
The Reuters Institute’s 2026 Digital News Report shows that social media has become the leading source of news for many
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Chispa Introduces “Lucky Losers” Soccer Fan Dating Campaign
Chispa has launched the “Lucky Losers” campaign to engage Latino singles around the emotional experiences of soccer matches. The initiative
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Dating Apps And Networking Apps Begin to Blur Together
As more and more users turn towards unconventional dating methods, the lines between social and romance apps have been blurring.
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UK Government Plans Under-16 Social Media Ban
The UK government has outlined plans to ban social media platforms for children under 16. The restrictions would prohibit major
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TikTok Bans AI-Generated Voices in Shopping Livestreams
TikTok has updated its livestreaming rules to prohibit the use of AI-generated voices and non-real-time verbal interactions in shopping broadcasts.
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Model Derek Chadwick Announces Goose Gay Dating App
Derek Chadwick, a gay model and actor, has announced the development of Goose, a new dating app aimed at gay
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Bumble Launches YouTube Advice Series
Bumble has introduced a new YouTube series called “Bee Line” to address dating questions and concerns among Gen Z and
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TikTok Introduces Digital Trading Cards for 2026 FIFA World Cup
TikTok has launched a collection of digital trading cards for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in partnership with Panini. The
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Meta Expands Edits App with Desktop Version and AI Assistant
Meta has announced updates to its Edits video editing app, including a desktop version and an AI-powered production assistant. The
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Tinder Names Monica Earle as Global Head of Communications
Tinder has appointed Monica Earle as its new Global Head of Communications. Earle, who most recently served as Director of
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Three Day Rule: Single Moms Increasingly Reentering Dating Scene
Single mothers are showing renewed interest in dating, according to data from matchmaking service Three Day Rule. The company reported
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Meta Rolls Out FIFA World Cup 2026 Features Across Its Apps
Meta has announced a series of features across its platforms to support user engagement during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Bluesky Adds Group Chats in Push Toward Community Features
Bluesky has launched group chats, enabling users to create conversations with up to 50 participants. The feature, now available in
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Dating.com Seeks to Hire “Chief Breakup Officer”
Dating.com is seeking a Chief Breakup Officer, a full-time paid position offering approximately $3,000 per month. The role involves crafting
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95% of Women, 65% of Men Open to Dating Older Partners
A survey of 98,798 people across the United States by matchmaking service Tawkify found notable differences in willingness to date
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Snapchat Restricts Spotlight and Stories Sharing for Users Under 16
Snapchat has introduced new restrictions for users under the age of 16 on its Spotlight and Stories features. Starting this
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Pinterest Enables Amazon Storefront Linking for Eligible Creators
Pinterest has added a new integration that allows eligible creators with Amazon Storefront accounts to link their storefronts directly to
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If you want to stay updated on what is happening in the wider dating and social media industries, then look
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Match Group Prepares To Shut Down Gay Dating App Archer
Match Group is shutting down Archer, the gay, bi, and queer men’s dating app it launched in June 2023. The
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