Love is in the air, and it's on the apps. As Valentine's Day approaches, dating apps see a surge in activity. People are swiping, messaging, and matching more than ever. Hinge, known for its "designed to be deleted" slogan, saw a 28% increase in likes and a 17% rise in matches and dates in the two weeks before Valentine's Day. Feb 4 was the busiest day for likes and ...
Dating apps are everywhere these days. They're more than just tools for meeting new people; they're like windows into our minds. People often say one thing but do another. For instance, a person might claim they like someone with a certain trait, but their swipes might show something different. Take location, for example. The closer someone is, the more like...
In Spain, a troubling statistic has emerged: nearly a quarter of women who met someone on Tinder reported being raped. This figure is alarmingly high compared to other social settings. But what's causing this issue? First, let's consider the setting. Tinder is a platform where strangers meet, and it's easy to see how things can go wrong. But is the app itsel...
Let's dive into the world of dating apps! A recent study explored how certain personality traits and behaviors affect people's success in finding dates and intimate relationships online. Think of dating apps as digital mating grounds, similar to how animals might gather in the wild. Researchers looked at three key areas: interpersonal traits (like narcissism and Mach...
Ever thought about how dating apps might affect your love life and health? A recent study found that college students using dating apps are more likely to have multiple partners and have sex under the influence of alcohol. This can put their health at risk, as they're also more likely to test positive for STDs. But it's not clear if dating apps cause risky behavior o...
Meet Maggie, a lady from Auburn, Alabama, who experienced the quickest first date in history—a whopping 45 seconds! She met her date from a dating app outside a restaurant. He hugged her, asked if she was hungry, and off they went inside. But suddenly, he changed his mind. He apologized, saying he wasn’t feeling it, and walked away. Maggie was left in shock and walke...
Life has been tough lately. Juggling work, kids, and personal health can get really overwhelming. But when it comes to dating, one thing that really irks many women is when men expect them to be something they're not. After a divorce and raising kids into their teens, a woman finds herself in a place where she's busy, driven, and serious about life. She doesn't want ...
When you sign up for dating apps, you might be sharing more than just your profile. Some apps are better at keeping your data safe than others. A recent report by Nomad, a digital e-sim provider, looked into this. They found that Badoo, Bumble, and Grindr store a lot of personal information that hackers could access. This includes things tied to your identity. Using...
As the 2024 election season heats up, Americans are witnessing a surge in political polarization. This intense atmosphere has spilled over into the world of online dating, where swiping left or right can feel like casting a vote. Dating apps have become a reflection of the nation's divided politics, with users showcasing their political leanings through subtle cues i...