As Dating Apps Try to Pivot to Virtual Events, Some Users Are Trying to Get People to Violate Social Distancing Rules
As millions remain confined to their homes to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the desire for human contact and connection has risen dramatically and led some to search for ways to break those social distancing rules.
Popular dating apps – including Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge – have reported significant increases during the outbreak of swiping activity, matches between users, and messages exchanged. It’s also led to the introduction of a breed of users who are interested in shirking lockdown orders, and are encouraging their matches to join them in doing the same.