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crime4 months ago

Inglewood Man Charged in Multiple Dating App-Linked Murders and Robberies

A California man, Rockim Prowell, is charged with murdering two men he met through a dating app in 2021 and 2023, and attempting to kill a third, in acts described as predatory and violent. He also faces charges related to burglaries and vehicle thefts linked to the victims. Prowell's crimes involved deception, violence, and theft, and he is currently held on bail with potential for the death penalty if convicted.

science4 months ago

Scientists Reveal Which Types of People Are Most Successful on Tinder

A study found that men who have frequent sex on Tinder tend to exhibit psychopathic traits, while women who have sex on the app report higher satisfaction, possibly due to lowered standards or increased sexual agency. The research highlights personality differences among successful users and raises questions about the influence of traits like psychopathy on dating behaviors.

technology5 months ago

Tea dating safety app suffers data breach exposing user messages and images

The women's dating safety app Tea has suspended messaging after a hack exposed thousands of images, posts, and comments, including sensitive conversations. The breach, affecting users who signed up before February 2024, has prompted the company to offer free identity protection and improve security measures. Experts warn users to remain vigilant as hackers may misuse the stolen data, which includes private messages and images.

technology5 months ago

Tea Dating App Breach Exposes 72,000 User Images

Tea, a dating review app for women, reported a data breach exposing approximately 72,000 user images, including ID documents and selfies, due to unauthorized access before implementing enhanced security measures. The app, which allows women to review and share information about men, has gained popularity but also raised privacy and ethical concerns amid controversy over its review practices and potential misuse.

technology5 months ago

Tea App Empowers Women to Review Men Anonymously, Sparking Concerns

Tea is a rapidly popular women-only app in the US where women anonymously review men they have dated, aiming to warn others about potential predators or bad experiences. While it offers a sense of safety and community, critics raise concerns about privacy, defamation, and ethical implications of doxxing. The app highlights the toxic and embittered state of modern heterosexual dating, with its future uncertain amid potential legal and ethical challenges.

technology7 months ago

Tinder Launches New Double-Date Feature to Enhance User Experience

Tinder has launched a new Double Date feature allowing users to team up with friends for group chats with potential matches, aiming to reduce dating anxiety and boost engagement amid declining subscriptions. The feature, tested in select markets with promising results, is set for a global rollout in July and taps into the growing trend of group-oriented dating experiences.