Dating is often a difficult endeavor fraught with disappointments. However, for some people, the act of online dating can lead to extremely traumatic outcomes. This is underscored by recent data from Britain’s National Crime Agency which reveals an increase in the number of victims of dating app-related sexual assaults among those aged 19 and younger …
When it comes to dating apps, there are a plethora of options out there from general sites to more niche ones. However, there is one name that consistently stands at the top of the best dating apps in virtually every metric: Tinder. Tinder’s strategy has been effective in placing it at the top of the …
Bumble has long established itself as one of the more popular dating apps, branding itself as one that caters to women by giving them the opportunity to have greater control of who they have contact with. While it has amassed a large user base, its parent company by the same name has now made its …
The dating website Seeking.com recently announced that it will invest $30 million to collaborate with the safety app UrSafe in order to introduce a range of safety features for its users. This move comes in the face of increasing concerns about safety in the world of online dating, particularly from women. While many apps have …
In the world of dating apps, there is a substantial market; however, this does not mean there is not prime competition for the available dollars. Tinder has maintained incredible popularity over the years but finds itself in hot water after an investigation claimed that users are charged differently based upon their age, with older users …
Criminals have always looked for novel ways to earn money while law enforcement works to pivot their investigations in order to catch up with new tactics. An excellent example of this recently occurred in Polk County Florida where Sheriff Grady Judd disclosed that his department had utilized LGBTQ dating apps such as Taimi, Grindr, and …
Match Group is by far the leader in the online dating industry, having amassed somewhat of an empire of apps. Match Group’s current holdings include a myriad of companies such as Tinder, Match.com, OkCupid, Hinge, Plenty of Fish, Our Time, and countless other brands. Despite holding such a significant chunk of the online dating business, …
A recent study set out to test the performance of Apple App Tracking Transparency feature. The results were surprising and revealed unfortunate data for consumers who are concerned about their privacy. Yet again, a tech company has failed to make a serious effort at protecting the privacy of its users. What is App Tracking Transparency? …
Lawsuits within the online dating industry seem to be fairly commonplace in recent years with a wide number of high-profile cases. One that is starting to gain more traction in terms of the press lies in a brand dispute between Muzmatch and Match Group. Set to go to trial in London later this month, this …
For those of us working on finding love online, looking at online dating statistics can provide great insight into the current state of the dating app industry. With another year in the books, it is a perfect time to delve into online dating industry statistics to get a sense of how the year that was …