Category: Bumble
Adoptable Chicago Dogs Appear On Bumble
WTTW – Oct 5 – Chicago Animal Care and Control is partnering with Bumble to show users profiles of adoptable dogs. Users will see dog profiles interspersed with their other (human) connections. Users who swipe right will receive more information about the dog and CACC's adoption process. Bumble is not charging CACC ad rates for showing profiles of adoptable dogs.
Match Investors Should Worry About Bumble, Not Facebook
Racism On Dating Apps
THE GUARDIAN – Sep 29 – Sinakhone Keodara is considering suing Grindr for racial discrimination after he received a three-word response on Grindr: "Asian, ew gross." "Over the years I've had some pretty harrowing experiences," says Keodara. "You run across these profiles that say 'no Asians' or 'I'm not attracted to Asians'. Seeing that all the time is grating; it affects your self-esteem." It's important that dating apps take a stand on intolerant behaviour. Bumble's Louise Troen acknowledges the problem, saying: "The online space is complicated, and people can say things they wouldn't say in a bar because of the potential ramifications." Earlier this month, Grindr announced a "zero-tolerance" policy on racism and discrimination, threatening to ban users who use racist language. The app is also considering the removal of options that allow users to filter potential dates by race.
by Chris Stokel-Walker
See full article at Yahoo Finance
Bumble Publishes ‘Believe Women’ New York Times Ad Following Kavanaugh Hearing
Bumble Responds To Match Group’s Patent Infringement Lawsuit
TECH CRUNCH – Sep 27 – Bumble is continuing to go on the offensive against Match Group by serving Match Group with papers. Bumble is taking Match Group to court for fraudulently obtaining trade secrets during acquisition talks. Today, Bumble is also officially responding to Match Group's suit against it, which claims patent infringement and misuse of intellectual property. "Bumble has today formally responded to Match's lawsuit from March 2018 alleging patent infringement and misappropriation of trade secrets. We believe all of the claims are baseless, and are seeking to have several claims dismissed immediately, given their lack of merit." Bumble says Match Group filed its original lawsuit against it to make it less attractive to other potential acquirers. The claims Match Group makes around patent infringement involve Bumble's use of a stack of profile cards, mutual opt-in, and its swiped-based gestures.
by Sarah Perez
See full article at Tech Crunch
Match Makes A Move On Bumble In Tinder IP Dispute
WIPR – Sep 27 – Match has asked a court to remove a state lawsuit filed by competitor Bumble against Match's brand Tinder, as the allegations in it should instead have been addressed by counterclaims in the parties' federal IP dispute. The dispute between the dating apps started in March, when Match filed a complaint for patent, trademark and trade dress infringement, and trade secrets violation. Its lawsuit accused Bumble of infringing IP relating to Tinder's look and functionality. Bumble subsequently filed complaints against Match in a Texas state court, alleging that Match Group tortuously interfered in attempts to sell Bumble. Match Group said that these claims should have been filed in federal court as counterclaims to the initial suit against Bumble, but Bumble instead sued Match in a Texas state court. Match asked the court to remove Bumble's state court action to enable all issues raised by both parties to be heard and adjudicated in one forum.
Why Companies Like Bumble And 7-Eleven Are Trying To Sell Skin Care And Makeup
VOX.COM – Sep 27 – Bumble is launching its own line of skin care. Bumble "spent several months working with psychotherapists and dermatologists to make serums that simultaneously solve skin and emotional issues." The details are still fuzzy, but the line will launch in 2019 and will reportedly include products with names like "Breakup With Bad." All kinds of companies seem to see beauty as their own next step. 7-Eleven announced it was launching its own line of makeup to be sold in its stores. Spotify teamed up with a famous makeup artist to sell products. Even Expedia and Estée Lauder had a collaboration. So while these unrelated partnerships may seem completely absurd, it's actually a sign of the selling power of beauty right now. People buy beauty products as much more than just a pragmatic purchase – they are looking for self-care, comfort, and self-confidence.
Bumble Serves Countersuit To Match Group, Says It’s Pursuing An IPO
TECH CRUNCH – Sep 24 – Bumble is officially serving the papers in the suit against Match Group. Bumble had said in March it was filing a suit of $400M against Match Group for fraudulently obtaining trade secrets, following Match’s suit filed only weeks before, which had claimed patent infringement and misuse of intellectual property. Bumble and Match Group had tried to come to some sort of settlement over the months since the lawsuits were filed. But with court papers now being served, it appears that’s not going to be the case. In terms of how this suit will impact Bumble, Wolfe said, “we’re focused on our growth. We’re focused on ending misogyny, and we’re actively pursuing an IPO.”
by Sarah Perez
See full article at Tech Crunch
Whitney Wolfe Herd Has Big Plans For Bumble In 2019
MARIE CLAIRE – Sep 20 – Bumble is a relationships platform with ~35M users globally that is already in the U.S., Europe, Canada, Australia, Mexico, and Latin America. The app is launching in India this fall. Bumble BFF, a feature to connect with new friends, recently crossed 3M users. Bumble is countersuing Match Group, which owns Tinder, for $400M. (The legal back-and-forth started last February, after Match reportedly said it was interested in acquiring Bumble, which opened its books. When Bumble turned down Match's acquisition offer, Match sued for alleged intellectual-property infringement.) Wolfe Herd joined Imagine Entertainment's board of directors in July, and in August, Bumble launched Bumble Fund, a venture-capital arm that invests in women-led businesses. And now, Bumble is getting into the beauty game. Bumble has spent several months working with psychotherapists and dermatologists to make serums that simultaneously solve skin and, according to the company, emotional issues. In mid- to late-2019, Bumble will launch two serums with quirky names, like Break Up With Bad, the line's facial oil for "breakups and breakouts."
by Daphne Beal
See full article at Marie Claire