BIOMETRIC UPDATE – Dating app Smitten has partnered with digital identity firm Signicat to introduce electronic ID (eID) verification, aiming to reduce fake profiles and scams. The system integrates Sweden’s BankID, used by nearly all Swedish adults, allowing users to confirm their age and identity and choose to match only with verified profiles. The feature launches first in Sweden, with plans to expand across the Nordics.
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LINKEDIN – HubPeople announced its 20th anniversary this week, marking two decades since its launch in 2005. What started as a small partnership has evolved into a company supporting dating and social platforms across multiple markets. Nearly 60 team members, working both in offices and remotely, joined in the celebrations.
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NDTV – A survey by Indian dating app QuackQuack of ~10K users aged 22–35 found that 39% of singles above 28 from metro and suburban areas see marriage as optional rather than a life milestone. The findings reflect shifting attitudes toward love and commitment, with many prioritizing personal growth and emotional connection over traditional timelines. The study also found that 6 in 10 daters view being single as a period for self-development, and 23% said prolonged use of dating apps has made them more self-aware through exposure to different perspectives.
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