PR NEWSWIRE – Apr 30 – Match.com Core, Meetic and Developing revenue increased to $113.8M, $55M and $20.1M, respectively, driven by increases in subscribers. Profits increased due to higher revenue, lower customer acquisition costs as a percentage of revenue and operating expense leverage.
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TELEGRAPH.CO.UK – Apr 30 – Internet dating is leading to a dramatic rise in the number of child custody battles between parents living in different countries. “The rise that we have seen is, I think, primarily the result of the increasing mobility of people, economic migration, long-distance holidays, internet relationships which are quickly formed and quickly break down, and then there is a conflict between jurisdictions,” said Lord Justice Thorpe, author of the report.
GIGAOM – Apr 30 – There have been no shortage of next-generation dating apps launching recently. And most of these, like Grindr or Tinder, are already mobile and location-based. But Grouper CEO Michael Waxman said the company will add the benefits of mobile while maintaining the central premise of the app that’s made it so popular. Grouper has been working to streamline the process and get people together faster. Adding a mobile app is the final piece. The new iPhone app will be available next week.
by Eliza Kern
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WLD – Apr 30 – Psychotherapists The Speakmans launched dating site, ‘SpeakmanDating.com’, on WhiteLabelDating.com platform. Nik and Eva Speakman have cured a range of celebrities including Holly Willoughby, Liz McClarnon, Kerry Katona and Kym Marsh, also releasing a number of best-selling self-help DVDs and books to help conquer fears, addiction and confidence issues. SpeakmanDating.com includes tips and advice from the husband and wife duo.