Month: October 2024

Jim Safka & Adam Hanft – the Future of Online Dating

Posted on October 31, 2024

LTR – Jim Safka, former CEO of Match.com, and Adam Hanft, former brand strategist for Match.com, offer perspectives from their collaboration on the redevelopment of the online dating site. Safka led Match.com through international expansion by localizing the user experience across various markets. Meanwhile, Hanft’s strategic expertise contributed to helping outline the future of the brand. They discuss cultural nuances in dating and how those shaped Match’s success on a global scale. They also cover problems that have plagued the current online dating industry, including lack of innovation, monetization strategies, and building community-oriented platforms.

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The September LTR was kindly sponsored by ParshipMeet Group, RealMe, Dating Through Curiosity, along with Courtland Brooks and Matchmaker.com

MillionaireMatch: Millionaires Prefer Active Dating Profiles With Multiple Photos

Posted on October 30, 2024

MillionaireMatch logoBUSINESSWIRE – A survey on MillionaireMatch found that its users are more likely to engage with active profiles featuring at least four photos and verified authenticity. High-net-worth users take a proactive approach, sending likes and messages to connect with potential matches. Verified and photo-rich profiles are seen as more appealing. Founded in 2001, MillionaireMatch is an exclusive dating platform designed for high-achieving singles.

See full article at Businesswire

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Archer App Surpasses 1 Million Downloads

Posted on October 30, 2024

Archer logoSO.GAY – Archer, a dating app for gay and queer men, has surpassed one million downloads within a year. Designed to foster authentic connections, it emphasizes face-first profiles and encourages users to build friendships, communities, and romantic connections without anonymity. The platform's community-driven features support users looking for both casual and meaningful interactions in an open, visible way.

by Michael Kaye
See full article at So.Gay

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15 Years of Grindr: How One App Shaped LGBTQ+ Dating

Posted on October 30, 2024

Grindr icon1THE INDEPENDENT – Grindr, the first location-based dating app, now has over 27M users globally and ~3.4M active users in the EU. Known for its "zero feet away" tagline, it connects nearby users, originally for casual meetups but later fostering deeper connections. While Grindr is culturally significant in LGBTQ+ communities, it faces criticism for issues like superficial interactions, body image pressures, and privacy concerns due to location sharing. Despite these, Grindr has made strides in LGBTQ+ advocacy, enhancing user safety and promoting health awareness.

by Damian Kerlin
See full article at The Independent

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Veteran Programmer Used AI to Launch a Dating App in 8 Days

Posted on October 29, 2024

Greed logo
TECH INFORMED – David Minns, who has worked as a programmer in the dating industry since 2007, used ChatGPT to develop an Android app for his dating platform, Greed Dating, which serves over 600,000 users. The AI-assisted approach allowed him to launch the app in just eight days, compared to the typical three-month timeline, by handling coding in Flutter, fixing bugs, and providing marketing insights. This streamlined process saved costs equivalent to hiring two developers and demonstrates AI’s potential to transform app development.

See full article at Tech Informed

Friendship Apps on the Rise as Loneliness Impacts Nearly Half of UK Adults

Posted on October 28, 2024

Bumble For FriendsBBC – Nearly half of UK adults report feeling lonely at times, and 62% of young people say loneliness lowers their confidence, according to the Campaign to End Loneliness and Co-Op Foundation. Apps like Bumble BFF and Meetup are becoming popular as young people seek friendships online. Professor Andrea Wigfield, director of the Centre for Loneliness Studies at the University of Sheffield, predicts that these apps could soon be as common as dating apps, helping people build meaningful connections in the same way.

by Sophie Bott
See full article at BBC

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Gen Z’s New Dating Trend – Voice Notes Before First Dates

Posted on October 28, 2024

Hinge Voice note
YAHOO LIFESTYLE – Gen Z and millennials are using voice notes before first dates to gauge personality and interest, a trend that surprises older generations. Hinge reports voice note conversations are 87% more likely to lead to a date, with users finding them helpful in assessing compatibility.

by Tahlia Pritchard
See full article at Yahoo Lifestyle

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Cheers Is a New Dating App That Lets Friends Play Matchmaker in NYC

Posted on October 28, 2024

Cheers logoTECH CRUNCH – Cheers is a new dating app in NYC that lets friends play matchmaker. Founded by former Instagram engineer Sahil Ahuja, Cheers allows users to swipe, message, and share profiles on behalf of friends, aiming to reduce the awkwardness of online dating. With unlimited photo uploads and Instagram-style profiles, it combines social media features to build authenticity and trust. Unlike mainstream apps, Cheers limits users to viewing three matches daily to encourage thoughtful connections. Currently invite-only on iOS, Ahuja runs the app solo and plans to introduce paid features after reaching 5K users.

by Lauren Forristal
See full article at Tech Crunch

Dating App Challenges Linked to Rising ADHD Diagnoses in Adults

Posted on October 25, 2024

Dating apps plentyDAILYMAIL.CO.UK – Struggling with dating apps could be a sign of undiagnosed ADHD, affecting an estimated two million Brits. New research by Hinge reveals that people with ADHD are more likely to feel overwhelmed and misunderstood on these platforms. Among ADHD daters, 43% forget to respond to matches, often leading to misinterpreted intentions. Experts suggest ADHD users could benefit from being open about communication styles and moving to in-person dates after three days of online chatting. ADHD diagnoses are rising, with prescription rates in England jumping, particularly among women in their 20s and 30s, while awareness has spurred debates on overdiagnosis and ADHD's societal impacts.

by Emily Stearn
See full article at DailyMail.co.uk

Eric Resnick – How to Fix the Dating Industry

Posted on October 24, 2024

LTR – Eric Resnick, founder and lead profile advisor at ProfileHelper.com, brings ~20+ years of experience in online dating coaching. With a background in PR and crisis management, Eric shifted to the online dating space in 2000 and has since become a trusted advisor, working with ~40K individual daters and consulting for many dating sites. He reflects on the changing dynamics of online dating, highlighting challenges like growing skepticism, the influence of algorithms, and monetization strategies that can interfere with genuine connections. Eric underscores the value of authentic profiles and intentional communication in building meaningful relationships in today's digital world.

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The August LTR was kindly sponsored by ParshipMeet Group, RealMe, Dating Through Curiosity, along with Courtland Brooks and Matchmaker.com