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Dating App Abusers Face Platform-Wide Bans in Australia
by Clay Lucas
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In-Person Dating Events Make a Comeback
THE AGE – Australian entrepreneurs are reviving in-person dating events and developing new tech solutions. Despite 3M Australians using dating apps, user dissatisfaction has prompted local startups to offer alternatives. Humpday, founded by Charlotte Vieira and Kara Zervides, combines app-based matching with weekly in-person events. CitySwoon hosts ~600 speed dating events annually, boasting a high mutual match rate. Spoony, launching in July, connects individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses for social connections. Red Flags, an upcoming app, aims to foster deeper connections and support relationships beyond initial matches.
Hukup Is a New LGBTQI+ Dating App
STAR OBSERVER – Hukup, a new dating app, aims to create safe spaces for LGBTQI+ users. It offers features like private browsing, adjustable filters, and icebreakers. The app prioritizes safety with chat history-saving image privacy settings.
Dan’s the Man: Why Chinese Women Are Looking to ChatGPT for Love
BBC – Dan – which stands for Do Anything Now – is a "jailbreak" version of ChatGPT. It can bypass some of the basic safeguards put in place by its maker, OpenAI, such as not using sexually explicit language. And Dan is becoming popular with some Chinese women who say they are disappointed with their real-world dating experiences. Dan's creator has been identified by some media outlets as an American student, identified only by his first name, Walker. Many Chinese women have been intrigued by Dan. As of 10 June, the hashtag "Dan mode" has been viewed ~40M times on Xiaohongshu alone. Glow – a Shanghai-based app that allows users to create and interact with AI boyfriends has millions of users.
Norton Survey Reveals Australian Online Daters Turn to AI for Coaching
TECH GUIDE – Norton has released a new global consumer survey (The 2024 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report Special Release) which shows more than half (58%) of Australian online daters are considering taking on AI to be their coach. The report showed Australians on average spend 9 hours a week and $170 in their lifetime on dating apps and services. 64% of people are interested in using AI to write pick up lines and conversation starters while 59% would use AI to improve their dating profile with 59% employing AI for photo enhancement.
Social Discovery Group Launches Dating App Kiseki in Japan
PRESS RELEASE – Social Discovery Group has expanded into the Japanese market with the launch of Kiseki, a platform for singles seeking international connections. This move is part of the company's global growth strategy. Kiseki offers features like real-time translation to facilitate cross-border communication. Social Discovery Group, with a portfolio of 70 brands including Dating.com, DateMyAge, and Dil Mil, reported $400M in revenue and significant growth in user engagement in the past year.
Tinder Tops the Charts, Coffee Meets Bagel Dominates Singapore’s Serious Dating Scene
CAMPAIGN ASIA – The latest research from YouGov Surveys shows that Tinder is the most popular dating app in Singapore, with 59% of users having used it. Coffee Meets Bagel follows closely behind, with 46% of users. Different apps attract different kinds of users: Coffee Meets Bagel is popular among those seeking serious relationships, while Tinder is favored by those looking for casual connections. Overall, 76% of Singapore residents have never used a dating app, with reasons ranging from not currently seeking a relationship to concerns about fake profiles and privacy. Despite this, 11% of singles are open to trying dating apps in the future.
by Samuel Tan
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Younger Singles in Singapore Increasingly Approaching Matchmakers
CHANNEL NEWS ASIA – In Singapore, dating agencies are seeing a rise in demand, particularly from younger singles in their early 20s seeking a more curated approach to finding a partner. Agencies like GaiGai and Lunch Actually have noticed an increase in clients looking for serious relationships, with some even considering marriage. Additionally, there's a growing interest from older singles in their 50s to 70s seeking a second chance at love. The trend towards professional matchmaking is driven by disillusionment with online dating apps and the desire for a safer, more personalized dating experience.
by Marcus Tan & Darrelle Ng
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Tokyo Government to Release Official Dating App
SORANEWS24 – The Tokyo Metropolitan Government plans to launch a dating app for those 18+ in Tokyo, featuring a rigorous government-backed vetting process for marital status and income. Aimed at combating modern dating challenges and declining birth rates, this AI-driven app has faced mixed reactions for its approach to social issues. Its effectiveness remains to be seen.