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HYROX Australia, the Australian arm of a fitness competition that combines running with specifically-planned exercise stops – has formed a
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Korean Dating Apps Expand into Japan, Plan Further Growth
Korean dating app operators are increasing their focus on international markets, particularly Japan, as growth in their home market slows.
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Matrimony.com Reports 7.8% Billings Growth in Q1
Matrimony.com recorded unaudited consolidated billings of ₹13,603 lakhs for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, marking a 7.8% increase from
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Roost App Gains Popularity with Deliberately Slow Messaging
A new social app called Roost is attracting users by intentionally slowing down digital communication to the pace of real-world
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X to Send DMs for Community Notes Updates
X is introducing a new notification method for its Community Notes fact-checking feature. Users will receive a direct message (DM)
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Join GDI’s WhatsApp Group To Receive Latest Dating Industry And Social Media Industry News Via Your Phone
If you want to stay updated on what is happening in the wider dating and social media industries, then look
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30% of Dating App Users Refuse Contact Info Due To Spam Calls
According to a new survey from privacy company Cloaked – the Robocall Privacy Tradeoff Report – robocalls are having a
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Majority of US Adults Prefer In-Person Dates and Trust Less Easily
A recent Marquette Law School Poll, conducted between June 9 and 15, found that 27% of respondents go on dates
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Meta Faces Potential Heavy Fines in Child Safety Case
Meta could face combined penalties of up to $1.4 trillion from four U.S. states over allegations related to the design
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TikTok Launches Six-City Discover America Tour
TikTok has announced a six-city U.S. roadshow as part of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday. The tour is intended to
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Match Group Implements AI Spending Budgets for Employees
Match Group, the parent company of Tinder, Hinge, and other major dating apps, has introduced structured AI budgets for its
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Sumsub and ODDA Release Report on AI Romance Fraud
A new white paper from verification platform Sumsub and the Online Dating and Discovery Association (ODDA) addresses the growing issue
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Reddit Reports Over 23 Million Daily Spam Views
Reddit is experiencing a substantial rise in spam activity, recording more than 23 million spam views per day as the
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X Updates Video Editor with Green Screen and Multi-Language Captions
X has released an updated video editor and recorder in its iOS app, adding features such as green screen recording
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Ofcom Steps Up Online Safety Oversight, Publishes New Deadlines
The UK’s online safety regulator, Ofcom, has published a fresh update on the implementation of the Online Safety Act, outlining
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310 Hours: What Dating Apps Actually Cost Users
Dating apps carry more than just subscription fees. A detailed breakdown of usage and pricing in 2026 shows that the
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Goose Comes Under Scrutiny for AI Promo Accounts
A new invite-only dating and social app for gay men called Goose has drawn scrutiny after reports indicated it is
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Korean Dating App APTING Requires Apartment Verification
APTING, which combines the words “apartment” and “dating,” targets users in their 20s and 30s. The app requires verification of
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LinkedIn Introduces AI-Powered Tools for Promotional Content Creation
LinkedIn has rolled out several new artificial intelligence features for its advertising and promotional tools, aimed at helping marketers generate
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Meta Edits App Adds Bilingual Captions and New Video Tools
Meta has added several new features to its Edits video editing app, including automatic bilingual captions designed to help creators
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Match Group Research: Gen Z Singles Want Quality, Not Quantity
Match Group has released new research offering a closer look at how Generation Z approaches dating, challenging the idea that
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HubPeople Founder Publishes Guide to Growing Dating Apps
Michael O’Sullivan, CEO of white-label dating platform HubPeople, has announced the release of his new book, Dating App: How to
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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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Grindr Sees Stock Jump From New Product Confidence
Grindr has seen an 16% jump in its stock after it was upgraded by a Morgan Stanley analyist. This extra
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Meta Introduces Paid AI Tier as It Expands Premium Features
Meta is introducing subscription fees for some of its most advanced artificial intelligence features, marking a significant step in the
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Reddit Expands Split Testing Tools for Advertisers
Reddit has rolled out its split testing feature to all advertisers, giving marketers a new way to compare different ad
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INTERVIEW: Coffee Meets Bagel Doubles Down on Intentional Dating
In an era where swipe fatigue has become a dominant complaint among online daters, Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB) is finding
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South Korea’s Dating App Market Continues to Grow
South Korea’s online dating market is expanding rapidly, driven by changing attitudes toward dating, longer working hours and growing demand
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Tinder’s Astrology Mode Sees Success, But Skepticism
A few months ago, Tinder launched Astrology Mode, an optional feature that uses Western astrology to suggest compatibility between users.
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Pew Survey: US Adults Support Teen Social Media Restrictions
A Pew Research survey of more than 9,000 U.S. adults found that 60% support restrictions on teen social media usage,
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