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Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
12 hours ago
LGBT

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? There's an app for that

Inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ businesses are increasingly vital in response to political challenges.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Could Heated Rivalry influence more 'bi-curious' folks to become 'bi-definitely'?

1 in 10 Americans identify as LGBTQ+, with over 25% of those aged 18-27 identifying as bisexual.
LGBT
fromQueerty
12 hours ago

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Gay individuals experience continuous evolution, particularly through coming out, learning from mistakes, and prioritizing mental health and relationships.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? There's an app for that

Inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ businesses are increasingly vital in response to political challenges.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Could Heated Rivalry influence more 'bi-curious' folks to become 'bi-definitely'?

1 in 10 Americans identify as LGBTQ+, with over 25% of those aged 18-27 identifying as bisexual.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Fans are loving this "passenger princess" & his new poly alliance on Survivor 50 - Queerty

Survivor's 50th season features significant LGBTQ+ representation and drama, particularly highlighted by a recent episode with close interactions between castaways.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

What is the trans gaze? It's relief and recognition between strangers on a train

Trans women share a unique, unspoken connection on the New York City subway, recognized through brief, meaningful glances.
Television
fromQueerty
4 days ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
#dating-apps
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago
Startup companies

A new dating app, Sonder, has a deliberately annoying sign-up process (and it's working) | TechCrunch

fromBustle
1 week ago
Relationships

The Great Dating App Age Range Preference Debate Is Happening On TikTok

NYC LGBT
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Feeld Was a Dating App for the Freaks. Now Some People Call It 'Normie Hell'

Feeld, once a niche dating app for nontraditional and kink-friendly users, is experiencing a shift toward mainstream adoption that concerns longtime users about its original community-focused identity.
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Is Tinder the new LinkedIn? These workers are swiping for jobs

Dating apps are increasingly used as networking tools leading to job referrals, clients, and interviews, especially when traditional hiring and AI screening hinder applicants.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

A new dating app, Sonder, has a deliberately annoying sign-up process (and it's working) | TechCrunch

Sonder aims to revolutionize dating apps by creating a more authentic and engaging user experience through unstructured profiles and unique in-person events.
Relationships
fromBustle
1 week ago

The Great Dating App Age Range Preference Debate Is Happening On TikTok

Widening your age range on dating apps can lead to more matches and unexpected connections.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Feeld Was a Dating App for the Freaks. Now Some People Call It 'Normie Hell'

Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

OkCupid gave 3 million dating-app photos to facial recognition firm, FTC says

OkCupid and Match Group settled with the FTC without financial penalties for sharing user data with a facial recognition company.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans man with AI boyfriend shares intimate details of their 2-year romantic relationship - LGBTQ Nation

Ian, a trans man, has developed a two-year romantic relationship with his AI chatbot, Min-ho, which he considers as valid as any human relationship.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
#snapchat
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Who are the "hybrid boys" & why are they getting bodied by Gay Twitter? - Queerty

Hybrid training, which draws on various workouts from cardio to lifting, is gaining traction thanks to competitions like Hyrox created by Moritz Fürste.
Exercise
LGBT
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

Heteroflexible Is The Highest Growing Orientation On Feeld. It's Not Without Critics.

Heteroflexible individuals are primarily attracted to the opposite sex but open to same-sex experiences under certain conditions.
#online-dating
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The king of love: How Spencer Rascoff reshaped Tinder and our dating lives

Spencer Rascoff emphasizes the importance of finding the right partner and aims to revitalize online dating through innovative changes at Match Group.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The king of love: How Spencer Rascoff reshaped Tinder and our dating lives

Spencer Rascoff emphasizes the importance of finding the right partner and aims to revitalize online dating through innovative changes at Match Group.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/31/26

Trans people and gender-nonconforming individuals embody the beauty of humanity and resist erasure through their stories and actions.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Grindr's CPO says software engineering is 'changing in a good way' and 70% of its code is being checked in via AI

Grindr integrates AI across engineering and design while testing premium subscription tiers at high prices, with 70% of code now AI-checked and pricing based on user value delivery.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Television
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Tinder swoops in to save this beloved queer dating show... but there's a catch - Queerty

The BBC cancelled two LGBTQ+ dating shows citing funding challenges, while a Tinder spin-off featuring celebrities may offer a potential revival of the franchise.
Growth hacking
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Instacart, Booking, and Grindr: Three Platform Plays Investors Are Sleeping On

Instacart, Booking Holdings, and Grindr are undervalued platform businesses delivering strong revenue growth, margin expansion, and earnings beats despite significant year-to-date stock declines.
#sexual-assault
#dating-app-innovation
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

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

Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

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

Tinder launched AI-enhanced features and an Events tab to help users meet in person at local activities, targeting Gen Z's preference for real-world connections over endless swiping.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Can Voice Notes Hit the Right Note on Dating Apps?

Voice notes on dating apps convey vocal characteristics and reduce uncertainty about potential matches, potentially improving dating success compared to text messaging alone.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Match Group COO out, as dating apps struggle to connect with Gen Z | TechCrunch

A source familiar with Hosseini's planned exit notes that Rascoff has been engaged in the company's operations for some time, and the two executives had previously discussed whether or not the COO role was even needed for this chapter of the company.
Business
#grindr
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Gays celebrated Grindr's 17th anniversary with the most unhinged screenshots - Queerty

Grindr celebrates its 17th anniversary by encouraging users to share funny screenshots for a chance to win free Unlimited access.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Gays celebrated Grindr's 17th anniversary with the most unhinged screenshots - Queerty

Grindr celebrates its 17th anniversary by encouraging users to share funny screenshots for a chance to win free Unlimited access.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Gavin Newsom's homophobic Grindr controversy explained

Gavin Newsom faces backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates for using Grindr as a punchline in social media posts targeting a conservative commentator.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

He used Grindr to lure two men to their deaths. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Using the name "Derek" on Grindr, Pleasant had Wilson meet him at the Banyan Tree Apartments in northeast San Antonio and later shot him to death in Wilson's white Ford Expedition SUV from the vehicle's passenger side. Witnesses saw a suspect in a red hoodie running away from the car with a black duffel bag.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Can Tinder Fix The Dating Landscape It Helped Ruin?

Tinder's new feature 'Double Date' allows users to pair profiles with friends, contrasting with past account-sharing prohibitions.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Tinder Calls 'Clear Coding' a 2026 Dating Trend

Clear coding in dating means communicating honestly about who you are, what you want, and your intentions without hidden meanings or deception.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

For some job seekers, Tinder is the new LinkedIn

Some job seekers are using dating apps like Hinge and Bumble to share résumés, message matches about openings, and secure job leads.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 weeks ago

Man sentenced after defrauding gay men on apps for over 28,000

Godden deliberately targeted men who were seeking companionship and a genuine emotional connection. He abused their trust, manipulated their vulnerabilities and caused significant financial and emotional harm. This was a calculated pattern of offending, not a misunderstanding or a civil dispute, but a clear case of fraud by false representation.
LGBT
Mobile UX
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Grindr is testing a premium AI tier with prices up to $499 a month

Grindr is testing 'Edge,' an AI-powered premium tier with pilot prices from $80–$200 weekly and monthly tests up to $349.99–$499.99.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Are these vintage M4M personal ads the 1920s version of Grindr? - Queerty

The Link, a 1920s British newsletter, functioned as a print-based hookup platform for LGBTQ+ people seeking same-sex connections through personal advertisements.
#blued
fromQueerty
1 month ago
LGBT

This Chinese Grindr competitor was the biggest gay dating app in the world... until it suddenly vanished - Queerty

fromQueerty
1 month ago
LGBT

This Chinese Grindr competitor was the biggest gay dating app in the world... until it suddenly vanished - Queerty

Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The rules of dating are changing - and quickly

AI-driven tools and remote-work–driven job instability are reshaping dating: exhaustion and career focus cool Silicon Valley dating while apps pivot to AI and alternate platforms.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Grindr's internal product road map shows it wants to sell you more products - $120 million-worth

"Our users have significant disposable income and are spending it on DTC products and services elsewhere - e.g., medications; wellness and fitness products; luxury experiences; travel; networking," the document reads. "We are creating new business lines to capture some of this spending, knowing some of it will fail," it continues. The strategy document also includes an expansion of its AI bet, going beyond existing products like A-List and Discover, which are referred to as "just the first examples."
Startup companies
Relationships
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Tinder says Gen Z still believes in true love-they just want a soft launch first (exclusive)

Gen Z maintains strong belief in true love and marriage at higher rates than older generations, but pursues relationships through smaller commitments and online interactions rather than traditional milestones.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Meet the queer brands behind LGBTQ Outpost - Queerty

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace highlighting LGBTQ+ owned brands and allies, featuring over 35 brands across multiple product categories built by entrepreneurs with lived community experience.
Privacy technologies
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Love in the Time of Location Sharing

Location sharing has grown from a dating-safety tool to a normalized interpersonal practice signaling trust, coordination, and intimacy among young adults.
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Apple and Google remove "deviant" Grindr app from stores in Malaysia - LGBTQ Nation

Malaysia's government is blocking LGBTQ+ dating apps including Grindr, Blued, and Growlr through legislative measures and app store removals.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

Malaysia just blocked its citizens from downloading Grindr. It's part of a troubling trend. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Apple and Google remove "deviant" Grindr app from stores in Malaysia - LGBTQ Nation

Malaysia's government is blocking LGBTQ+ dating apps including Grindr, Blued, and Growlr through legislative measures and app store removals.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

Malaysia just blocked its citizens from downloading Grindr. It's part of a troubling trend. - LGBTQ Nation

Business
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Match Group CEO: Public performance reviews build 'a culture of transparency'

Match Group implemented transparency and employee feedback channels to rebuild trust, improve collaboration, and enact product and engineering changes.
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

A lesbian goes viral with a question for gay men about bottoming - Queerty

gay men of the world, please answer a question from a lesbian: how big of a hassle is bottoming actually. like how much of a commitment is it. every time i hear gay men talk about it it sounds like you need 3 business days and pass a trial by fire to prepare.
LGBT
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Is your next hookup human? Inside the gay sex bot boom - Queerty

Queer people are adopting erotic chatbots for sexual engagement, continuing their historical role as early adopters of sex technology, raising questions about social and relational impacts.
LGBT
fromQueerty
10 months ago

Addicted to the grid: Why can't we quit Grindr? - Queerty

Grindr's aggressive monetization through paywalls and ads frustrates users despite the app's cultural dominance among queer men with 14.5 million monthly users.
LGBT
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

'Age Verification' could force trans people to out themselves to use the internet

Kansas invalidated trans people's driver's licenses, and expanding age verification laws threaten to extend discrimination into online spaces through biased automated identity systems.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Lonely and tired of dating apps, young adults are reinventing what "partying" looks like

Young adults are choosing sober, inclusive, in-person social experiences and early-night events that prioritize meaningful connection over traditional nightlife.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Buckle up: Partiful is the new Tinder

Partiful added a "Crush" RSVP feature letting users anonymously indicate interest in mutual event attendees, enabling matches and in-app messaging with a monthly limit of ten crushes.
fromQueerty
1 month ago

WATCH: The gayest movie & TV trailers that dropped in February 2026 - Queerty

Billy Preston was a genre-bending singer-songwriter whose work climbed the charts, won Grammys, and saw him collaborating with fellow legends like Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin & The Beatles (even earning him the nickname "The Fifth Beatle). Yet he was battling a number of demons on-stage & off, including struggling to come to terms with his sexuality, which he'd repressed thanks to a lifetime in the church.
LGBT
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Are people getting off the dating apps in the heart of Silicon Valley?

Many Bay Area singles are abandoning dating apps to attend in-person speed-dating, mixers and themed events seeking more organic, face-to-face connection.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

2025 U.S. LGBTQ+ adult population matches 2024's record; bi identity still most common: Gallup

The proportion of U.S. adults identifying as LGBTQ+ remained steady at 9 percent from 2024 to 2025, according to a new Gallup poll, but that's still more than double the 3.5 percent who did when Gallup first began measuring this population in 2012. The 9 percent proportion in 2024 was a record high. Gallup found roughly 7 percent identifying as LGBTQ+ between 2021 and 2023. Bisexuality remains the most common LGBTQ+ identity. The increase has been driven largely by young adults, Gallup reports.
LGBT
LGBT
fromThe Motley Fool
2 months ago

Grindr Director Raymond Zage Continues Buying Spree With $2.1 Million Purchase | The Motley Fool

Grindr director George Raymond Zage III purchased 155,000 shares for about $2.1 million, raising his direct holdings to 8,063,283 shares.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Queerty Quick & Dirty: Grindr's wild new AI tier, Kid Rock being gross & Trixie Mattel's supremacy - Queerty

Grindr unveils a $350/month AI feature; Kid Rock's controversial 'anti-woke' halftime show and song spark backlash; Ricky Martin praises Bad Bunny; Trixie Mattel to host Queerties.
LGBT
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Inside the App Where Queer Gooners Run Free

Batemates is a growing social app where men masturbate together online, offering communal arousal, consent rituals, and a post-COVID alternative to Zoom and Skype gatherings.
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