Bumble ditches its rule that kept men from making the first move

Bumble is ditching the rule that it has enforced since launching in 2024. Men can finally message first.

Bumble teases a swipe-free future as it doubles down on IRL meetups

Bumble says it’s moving beyond swiping and deeper into real-world social experiences as it courts Gen Z users.

As Gen Z reconsiders dating apps, Tinder’s IRL events expand to dozens more cities

Tinder is expanding its in-person events feature from an initial Los Angeles test to 26 cities worldwide by the end of September.

Tinder tries to lure people back to online dating with IRL events, virtual speed dating

Tinder just got a major revamp as it attempts to re-engange its user base and attract younger daters. This includes in-person events, AI enhancements, and even virtual speed dating.

Bumble to launch an AI dating assistant, ‘Bee’

Bumble’s new AI assistant Bee will move the dating app beyond the swipe by matching people based on compatibility and goals.

Tinder looks to AI to help fight ‘swipe fatigue’ and dating app burnout

Tinder is testing AI recommendations and insight from your Camera Roll for better matches.