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YOU WONT BELIEVE: Bumble - What They Never Told You

The dating apps that failed to deliver the joys of sex and romance now offer AI as cupid. No thanks

Endless swiping has left a generation of singles burned out. But get real: dating assistants and AI-aided chats will never recreate the friction of real romance, says technology journalist Tatum Hunter

The Guardian - UK

Would you trust AI to help you find ‘the one’? Dating apps are betting it can

In the relatively short time they’ve been around, online dating apps have transformed how we hook up, date and fall in love.

The Conversation

Secret Recording at Pretend Date by O'Keefe Media Wasn't Tortious, Court Holds

From yesterday's decision by Judge Anthony Trenga (E.D. Va.) in Fseisi v. O'Keefe Media Group: The Complaint alleges the following:… The post Secret Recording at Pretend Date by O'Keefe Media Wasn't Tortious, Court Holds appeared first on Reason.com.

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End of left & right swipes! Bumble CEO reveals why the dating app is giving up the ‘shopping-style’ swipe feature

Bumble removes swipe feature: After years of endless left-right swiping, Bumble says it is finally ready to move on from the feature that defined dating apps for an entire generation. The company has confirmed that swiping will disappear in select markets later this year as part of a major app…

The Economic Times

Bumble plans a reset to lure Gen Z back

Bumble is in the midst of a major reinvention, one that will fundamentally change the way users engage with the app.

Axios

Bumble CEO reveals it's killing off the swipe on "The Axios Show"

It's a ripe time for a product overhaul.

Axios

Independent Journalist Flags a Potential Tinder Love Scam

Christophe Haubursin, an independent journalist, explored a strange phenomenon happening on Tinder. He noticed that there are profiles that highly resemble each other—all but in name and the last photo featured on the account. Haubursin’s findings are a reminder to be cautious on the app.

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A live stream lie unravelled: how Stephen McCullagh tried to get away with pregnant girlfriend’s murder

YouTube gamer planned audacious alibi, appeared grief-stricken at wake and apparently spied on victim’s family

The Guardian - UK

Dating on Bumble? These Red Flags Could Save You Time and Heartbreak

Swiping through a sea of faces can feel like a part-time job that offers no benefits and plenty of overtime. You are looking for a genuine connection, yet the platform often feels like a minefield of curated perfection and hidden agendas. It is exhausting to realize that the person you’ve…

Budget and the Bees

Bumble Just Shot Above Its Key Moving Averages. Is There More Room for BMBL Stock to Run?

Bumble stock is soaring on a Q4 revenue beat and slightly better-than-expected sales guidance. Bank of America still trimmed its price target on BMBL shares today.

Barchart

6 Little Luxuries You Can Buy at Marshalls in March 2026

Thanks to some luxurious new items at Marshalls, you can get a deal on your cake and eat it too. Check out the items worth buying this month.

GOBankingRates

Are dating apps giving people the ick?

The past year has been turbulent for Tinder and Bumble. Fortunately, it turns out the real world has its charms

The Guardian - US

Lonely and Paying More? Inside the Business Model of Dating Apps

The lonelier people feel, the more money dating apps make. That sentence sounds harsh, but it captures a simple truth about an industry that now pulls in billions of dollars each year while promising love, connection, and maybe even a soulmate.

Everybody Loves Your Money

New England woman goes on 3 dates with man. Then she learns something disturbing about his past: ‘Sounds like a episode of Black Mirror’

Modern dating can feel a bit like playing Russian roulette, especially for women. There really is no way to tell what kind of person you’re dealing with on the other end of the apps.

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Airbnb's Brian Chesky says CEOs don't have to be 'miserable'—that's why he got rid of emails and banned meetings before 10 a.m.

"Don’t apologize for how you want to run your company," the $74 billion short-term rental boss stressed.

TechRadar

Dating apps Bumble and Match reportedly hit in cyberattack - user data potentially stolen, here's what we know

ShinyHunters strike again, and this time they're targeting dating apps.

The Guardian - US

Fired DHS worker sues agency after he criticized Noem on alleged fake date

Brandon Wright alleges criticism of the homeland security secretary is protected by the first amendment

Evening Standard

There's a reason why you can't help looking up your ex during Christmas

New data suggests time off, being back at home and too much scrolling are prompting a wave of romantic reflection – with people revisiting former sparks

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The Guardian - UK

This year, I have seen a glimmer of hope: people are ditching a life led on screens for the real thing

Whether it’s nightclubs banning phones or a drop in online dating, there are signs that we’re rediscovering the joy of being in the moment, says Guardian columnist John Harris

Fortune

Hinge’s founder and CEO is stepping down to start a new AI-first dating app

The new venture will use AI “to help people connect in a more thoughtful and personal way.”

International Business Times

Facebook Dating Is Making a Comeback—And the Numbers Will Seriously Surprise You

Facebook Dating is quietly growing with over 21 million daily users, proving it might be the next big thing in online matchmaking.

Plunged in Debt

9 Small Business Owners Who Used Celebrities to Build a $50M+ Empire

In today’s influencer-driven economy, the right endorsement can turn a small startup into a global phenomenon overnight. Some of the most successful entrepreneurs quietly built their fortunes by leveraging celebrity partnerships — aligning their brands with the right faces, names, and audiences. These collaborations go far beyond traditional advertising; they…

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8 Dating Apps That Push Men Into Financial Disasters

Dating apps have become a common way for men to meet new people, but there’s a hidden risk that often goes unnoticed: financial disaster. The thrill of swiping and matching can quickly turn into expensive habits, manipulated expectations, or even outright scams. Many men find themselves spending more money than…

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Lily James makes scents for each character she plays

Actress Lily James creates scents for each of her alter egos because it "focuses" her.

The Mary Sue

‘Baby I’m just glad you made it out alive’: Atlanta woman plans first date with man at Cheesecake Factory. Then he shows up with 4 other men

Dating as a late bloomer is hard—but as Jael Cunningham (@jaellysandwich) soon worked out, the dating arena truly is the Wild West.

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