BLOOMBERG LAW – A federal district court correctly invalidated two patents asserted against the maker of mobile gaming and dating app Kippo, the Federal Circuit ruled, agreeing that the patents covered abstract subject matter that's ineligible for protection. Trinity Info Media's US Patent Nos. 9,087,321 and 10,936,685 cover online polling technology that matches a user with other users based on their responses to questions. It accused app developer Covalentof infringing those patents in a Central District of California lawsuit, which was dismissed because the claimed inventions covered abstract processes.
Month: July 2023
Study: Many on Dating Apps Are Already in Relationships
NBC NEWS – According to a recent study, half of 1400 surveyed Tinder users aren't interested in finding dates, and nearly two-thirds of them are already in relationships. The study highlights that dating apps are often used for entertainment and social connection rather than genuine romantic meetups. But the study reports a silver lining: People who use dating apps for their intended purposes are still most likely to achieve satisfaction – even if getting there requires wading through all the matches whose goals don't align.
Vinylly: AI Dating App Matches Users Based on Music Taste
BRIT+CO – Dating app Vinylly uses AI to match users based on their music taste. The app takes into account a user's streaming music data and habits to find compatible matches. CEO Rachel Van Nortwick believes that matching people on a deep level through shared music interests goes beyond superficial swiping. Vinylly continuously produces new matches as users stream more music.
Internet Dating Jobs Listing Update – July 2023
OPW – The new Internet dating jobs listing is live on the Internet Dating Jobs blog.
Below see a couple of this month's most interesting offers:
The Meet Group
Business Intelligence Analyst
Together Light
Entrepreneurial Exec in Marketing/Tech
DOWN
Social Apps Growth Director
Grindr
Senior Director, Corporate Communications
Hinge
Global Brand Director
Reflex Media
Vice President of Product
Scruff
Director of Product
Social Discovery Group
Chief Technology Officer (Cupid Media)
Tinder
VP Product, Core Experience
To see more open positions go here.
Do you have an idating industry job offer which is not included? Please, send it to tips@onlinepersonalswatch.com and we will add it to the list.
Match Group Appoints Sam Ahn as Asia’s Chief Innovation Officer to Drive Growth and Innovation
THE KOREA ECONOMIC DAILY – Match Group has appointed Sam Ahn, co-founder and CEO of Hyperconnect, as Asia's chief innovation officer. In this new role, Ahn will focus on driving innovation within the company and utilizing emerging technologies like AI. He will no longer be involved in the business operations of Hyperconnect and will instead concentrate on creating new business opportunities with internal and external teams. Ahn will step down as CEO of Hyperconnect on Oct 1 but will continue as chairman, supporting the senior leadership team. Hyperconnect, known for its apps Azar and Hakuna, was acquired by Match Group for $1.7B in 2021. Azar has gained popularity globally and is one of the top-grossing communication apps on Google Play. Linda Kim, currently the COO of Hyperconnect, will assume the role of CEO from Oct 1.
by Jeon Cheol Bae
See full article at The Korea Economic Daily
Tinder Teases “Fresh and New” Changes and Generative AI for Improved User Experiences
Stigma of Dating a Chatbot Will Fade, Replika CEO Predicts
FORTUNE – Eugenia Kuyda, CEO of Replika, a company that creates empathetic chatbots, predicts that the stigma around having romantic relationships with chatbots will fade. Replika recently launched a spinoff brand called Blush, specifically catering to users seeking romantic or sexual relationships with chatbots. Kuyda compares the current stigma to the early days of online dating and believes that romantic relationships with AI can serve as a stepping stone to human relationships. She sees people naturally forming romantic connections with companion chatbots.
Half of Male Online Daters Happy to Match With Single Moms
THE MIRAGE – A recent survey conducted by eharmony found that 52% of surveyed men would pursue a relationship with someone who has children. 61% of female online daters perceive single fathers positively, believing them to be more committed to a relationship. 63% of single parents believe it would be easier to date someone who also has children. Additionally, 70% of single parents expect their new partner to act as a role model for their children. The findings suggest that having children does not deter online daters.
Spark Networks CEO Chelsea Grayson Steps Down
SEEKING ALPHA – On Tuesday, Spark Networks announced the resignation of its CEO, Chelsea Grayson, effective from July 7. This news led to a -5.5% drop in the company's shares during after-hours trading. Colleen Brown, the existing board chair and former CEO and director of Fisher Communications, will step in as interim CEO. Despite stepping down, Grayson will maintain an active role within the company, continuing as a board member and advisor to Spark. The company also disclosed the completion of its strategic alternatives evaluation, setting the stage for a plan to enhance margins, EBITDA, and cash flow.
by Vansh Agarwal
See full article at Seeking Alpha
RealMe and Unpack’d Technologies Join Forces to Eliminate Fake Profiles on Dating Apps
PR NEWSWIRE – RealMe, an online safety platform, and Unpack'd Technologies, a smart dating app developer, have partnered to eliminate fake profiles in dating apps. This move will introduce enhanced profile and background verification features, starting with the "smart dating app," Say Allo.