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Category: Outlets – Tech Crunch

Hinge’s New AI Feature Determines if Users’ Prompt Response Is Too Basic

Posted on January 16, 2025
Screenshot of Hinge's Prompt Feedback feature on mobile, showing suggestions for improving user profile answers, including 'Go a little deeper' and 'Great answer.

TECH CRUNCH – Hinge has introduced “Prompt Feedback,” an AI-powered tool using OpenAI’s GPT-4o mini to help users write better profile answers. It provides three types of feedback: “Go a Little Deeper,” “Try a Small Change,” and “Great Answer,” aiming to replace generic responses with more specific ones. The feature addresses a common issue, as 63% of daters struggle with what to write on their profiles. This tool is part of Match Group’s $20–$30M investment in AI, which also includes Tinder’s photo selector tool.

by Lauren Forristal
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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
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Match Group Owned Azar Aims to Revive Random Video Chat the U.S.

Posted on October 22, 2024

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TECH CRUNCH – Azar, a random video chat app owned by Match Group, has facilitated ~100B global chats and is now entering the U.S. market. Targeting mostly Gen Z users, it seeks to revive the popularity of random chat platforms like Chatroulette and Omegle, but faces challenges due to the negative reputation of these apps, including safety concerns. Azar employs AI and human moderators to prevent inappropriate content, distinguishing itself from its predecessors. Though not a dating app, some use it for that purpose, and its real-time translation feature connects users across languages. CEO Linda Kim believes their focus on safety will help Azar succeed in the U.S.

by Amanda Silberling
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Queer Social App Lex Acquired by the Former Musical.ly CEO’s Conglomerate

Posted on October 1, 2024

Lex logo 2023TECH CRUNCH – Lex, a social and dating app for the LGBTQ+ community, has been acquired by 9count, a mobile app conglomerate led by former Musical.ly CEO Alex Hofmann. Founded in 2019 by Kell Rakowski, Lex originated from a popular Instagram page and focuses on providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ users. The acquisition will allow Lex to roll out new features faster and enhance content moderation. 9count, known for apps like Wink, aims to build niche social networks for specific communities rather than large-scale platforms. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

by Amanda Silberling
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New Dating App “After” Launches in Austin to Combat Ghosting

Posted on September 27, 2024
Logo of the dating app 'After'

TECH CRUNCH – A new dating app called After launches in Austin, Texas, aiming to reduce ghosting by requiring users to explain why they unmatched someone before continuing to swipe. After nudges users to respond to messages, and if they don’t, the match expires. The app focuses on accountability, offering closure for unmatched users and limiting inactive matches. It also includes features like dating guides, mood check-ins, and operates on a freemium model. After plans to expand throughout Texas before reaching other states.

by Aisha Malik
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Bumble to Leverage AI to Help Users With Profile Creation and Conversations

Posted on September 12, 2024

BumbleTECH CRUNCH – Bumble is increasing its focus on AI, introducing new features like an AI-assisted photo picker and conversation tools to help users create profiles and engage confidently. The new AI-powered features will launch on the app this winter.

by Lauren Forristal
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Drybaby Is a Dating App for the ‘Sober Curious’ Movement

Posted on September 12, 2024

DrybabyTECH CRUNCH – Drybaby is a new dating app targeting the "sober curious" movement, catering to individuals reducing or eliminating alcohol consumption. With 41% of Americans cutting back on drinking and particular interest from Gen Z, Drybaby aims to foster alcohol-free connections. The app features a community section for users to engage in sober events and activities. It's currently available in Los Angeles and New York, with plans for expansion.

by Lauren Forristal
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Tinder Update Targets College Students as Dating Apps Struggle

Posted on September 6, 2024

Tinder uTECH CRUNCH – Tinder has updated its Tinder U feature to attract college students, introducing new profile badges for graduation year, major, and clubs, along with a simplified sign-up process and an exclusive app icon for iOS users. Tinder offers U.S. students 50% off premium plans to boost subscriptions and hosts the annual "Swipe Off" challenge, where the most swipe-active college wins a concert. These updates come as studies show declining app usage among students, though Tinder U still reports nearly 90% enrollment growth year over year, remaining popular among 18-year-olds. Tinder U, or Tinder Uni in the U.K., launched in 2018 and is available to students at four-year, accredited, nonprofit colleges and universities. Tinder U requires current students to enter a valid student email address.

by Lauren Forristal
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U.S. Military Runs PsyOps Ads on Tinder in Lebanon Amid Middle East Tensions

Posted on August 28, 2024

U.S. Military Runs PsyOps Ads on Tinder in Lebanon Amid Middle East TensionsTECH CRUNCH – The U.S. military placed ads on Tinder in Lebanon, warning people in Arabic not to attack the U.S. or its allies amid Middle Eastern tensions. The ads, linked to U.S. Central Command, targeted groups like Hezbollah and were part of a broader psychological operations strategy. Despite their intent, Tinder removed the ads for violating its policies on violence and safety. The U.S. Central Command declined to comment on the campaign's details.

by Zack Whittaker
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Score, the Dating App for People With Good to Excellent Credit, Quietly Shuts Down

Posted on August 14, 2024

ScoreTECH CRUNCH – Score, the dating app for people with good to excellent credit, shut down in early August. Score was supposed to be a pop-up app that lasted 90 days, back in February. However, it received so much user interest that the parent company, Neon Money Club, decided to keep it open for six months. In that time, it attracted 18K users and made 8K matches. According to co-founder Luke Bailey, the app highlighted economic gender disparities, noting millennial men had an 11% higher average credit score than women due to educational costs.

by Dominic-Madori Davis
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