WhatsApp Rolls Out ‘Strict Account Settings’ Option
WhatsApp has introduced a new optional security feature called Strict Account Settings, designed to provide high-risk users with stronger defenses
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TikTok Addresses US App “Cascading Systems Failure”
TikTok’s newly formed U.S. entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, has acknowledged ongoing technical disruptions affecting the app for American
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Dating App ‘Left Field’ Secures Investment on Shark Tank
Left Field, a location-based dating app emphasizing organic in-person meet-cutes over traditional swiping, appeared on the January 21, 2026, episode
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NeverMissed Teams Up with Logan Crosby for Tour Activations
Dating app NeverMissed has entered a promotional partnership with country artist Logan Crosby to integrate its location-based features into his
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Norton Report: 48% Open to Dating AI, Many Use AI For Dating Profiles
A new Norton Insights Report titled “Artificial Intimacy” has found that nearly half (48%) of current online daters in New
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Last Chance to Purchase Early Bird Tickets for GDI’s New York Conference – Ends on January 30th
With less than a week to go, this is your last chance to get Early Bird tickets to GDI’s upcoming
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Thursday Partners with Pepsi for ‘Love At First Sip’ Singles Event
Dating app Thursday has announced a collaboration with PepsiCo (via Pepsi UK) for an upcoming singles night event themed around
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Study: Men Feel Stereotyped and Insecure on Dating Apps
Cosmopolitan UK has published findings from a project involving conversations with 250 men about their experiences in today’s dating landscape.
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TikTok Loses Ground to UpScrolled After Censorship Claims
A relatively new social media app called UpScrolled has experienced a rapid rise in downloads and visibility on Apple’s App
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EU Opens Formal Probe into X Over Grok AI
The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into X regarding potential violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA) linked
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X Introduces ‘Starterpacks’ Feature
X has announced plans to launch “Starterpacks”, a new tool that provides users with pre-curated lists of accounts to follow
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Pinterest Introduces Built-in Media Planner
Pinterest has introduced a new Media Planner tool within its Ads Manager, designed to streamline the planning and management of
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Tinder Lauches Sprite Packaging Promotion
Tinder has launched an advertising campaign with Sprite, placing their lopo on millions of Sprite cans – as well as
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Vybes Launches Creator-Driven “Vybes Villa” Series
Gen Z dating app Vybes has launched “Vybes Villa,” a creator-driven reality series that premiered on January 12, 2026, marking
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AI-Powered Romance Scams Surge Ahead of Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches in 2026, reports indicate a significant rise in sophisticated romance scams on popular dating platforms, including
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LTR 48: Paid Acquisition Tactics and Influencer Strategies
Mark Brooks, a veteran consultant and strategist in the online dating and social discovery sector, will lead the 48th edition
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One Week Left to Purchase Early Bird Tickets for GDI’s New York Conference – Ends on January 30th
Preparations are well underway for GDI’s New York Conference on Wednesday, March 18th, and delegates interested in attending have until
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TikTok Finalizes U.S. Joint Venture to Secure Operations and Avoid Ban
TikTok has officially established TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, a majority American-owned entity, to comply with U.S. national security requirements
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Snapchat Enhances Family Center with Detailed Usage Insights
Snapchat has updated its Family Center parental controls, introducing expanded visibility into teens’ app activity and social connections. Announced January
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HER Provocative Bowling Ball Campaign Sparks Viral Buzz
HER, the leading dating and community app for queer women, non-binary individuals, and sapphics with over 15 million global users,
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ZipHealth: Barriers to Intimacy Discussions Persist After Dates
ZipHealth, an online health platform specializing in sexual wellness and related services, has highlighted the growing role of interactive online
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Bumble Consolidates Product Leadership as CPO Departs
Bumble Inc. has restructured its leadership team with the departure of Chief Product Officer Michael Affronti. The change, reported January
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Meta Expands Threads Advertising Globally
Meta has announced the full global rollout of advertising on Threads, its text-based social platform, with ads set to appear
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TikTok Enhances Smart+ Campaigns with New AI Tools and Controls
TikTok has rolled out several updates to its AI-driven Smart+ campaigns, aimed at giving advertisers greater oversight and efficiency in
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Matchmaking App Shadii.com Secures “Well Known Trademark” Status
The Bombay High Court has permanently restrained the defendants from using the domain name getshaadi.com or any other mark deceptively
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Match Group: Gen Z “Readiness Paradox” Reshapes Dating App Use
A new industry report from Match Group, based on a Harris Poll survey of 2,500 U.S. adults, identifies what the
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Clear Commitment Overtakes Ambiguity in 2026 Dating Culture
Modern dating appears to be undergoing a notable shift as growing numbers of singles, particularly those aged 25 and older,
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Gain Industry Recognition and Nominate Yourself or Colleagues For GDI’s 2026 Powerbook, to be released on Valentine’s Day!
Nominations are now open for Global Dating Insights’ 2026 edition of its Powerbook, which recognises the leading names influencing the
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TikTok’s U.S. Future Remains Uncertain as Deadline Approaches
The short-form video app TikTok continues to face the prospect of a U.S. ban, with no final confirmation of a
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X Releases Open-Source Algorithm Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
Social media platform X has made its recommendation algorithm publicly available on GitHub, marking a renewed effort to address calls
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