LINKEDIN – Linda Kim has announced her departure as CEO of Hyperconnect, the video technology company acquired by Match Group in 2021. Kim had led Hyperconnect through its integration into Match Group and most recently oversaw products including Azar and Hakuna. She announced the move on LinkedIn, where she described her tenure as one of the most rewarding chapters of her career.
NEWSWEEK – Support for same-sex marriage in the U.S. has fallen to 65%, down from 71% in 2022 and 2023, according to a new Gallup survey of 1K adults conducted in May 2026. Support remains strongest among Democrats (87%) and independents (67%), while Republican support has fallen to 37%. The survey also found that 62% of Americans consider same-sex relationships morally acceptable, the lowest level since 2016. Commenting on the findings, Three Day Rule CEO Adam Cohen-Aslatei suggested the shift may reflect the current political climate and changing public expression of views rather than a fundamental change in private beliefs.
OPW – White Label Dating, which entered administration in 2024, is set to return on July 1 under what its website describes as new ownership and management. The announcement has already triggered criticism from Michael O’Sullivan, founder of HubPeople, who publicly questioned the relaunch and highlighted the collapse of the previous business. O’Sullivan says that HubPeople lost £100K after providing funds during a proposed restructuring shortly before the company entered administration. He also claims partners, suppliers, and employees were left with significant losses following the collapse, which resulted in ~$3M in liabilities. O’Sullivan is calling for clarity on who owns and controls the new operation, what protections exist for partners, and what governance and financial safeguards have been put in place before businesses commit marketing budgets or resources to the platform.
WIRED – High-end matchmakers report growing demand from wealthy men seeking “trad wives”, women who prioritize marriage, children, homemaking, and more traditional gender roles. Dating by Blaine founder Blaine Anderson says she is seeing more requests from successful, often non-religious men looking for Christian, family-oriented women with traditional values. Three Day Rule VP Erika Kaplan reports a similar trend among clients in technology and finance, including in liberal cities such as New York.
MARKETINGDIVE – Bumble is launching a monthly YouTube series called Bee Line, where hosts answer dating questions submitted by users and offer relationship advice. The show will be promoted across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and supported by branded phone booth activations in New York and Los Angeles.
LINKEDIN – Dating.com is hiring a part-time Chief Breakup Officer, paying $3,000 per month. The role involves helping people end relationships, advising on breakup conversations, and assessing the complexity of different situations. Applicants are asked to submit a breakup story and explain why they are suited to the position.
PRWEEK – Tinder has appointed Monica Earle as its new Global Head of Communications. Earle joined from Duolingo, where she served as Director of PR and Communications. Reporting to Tinder CMO Melissa Hobley, she will oversee global communications, including product and technology storytelling, executive visibility, and brand narrative.
PARENTS – New data from matchmaking service Three Day Rule shows a 23% increase in single mothers joining the platform since 2024. The share of users who were single moms rose from 19.8% in 2025 to 21.5% in 2026. The company says growing support from family members and even children is helping more mothers make time for dating, with many seeking to prioritize their own happiness.
INDIA TIMES – The lines between professional networking and dating are increasingly blurring for Gen Z. A survey by ResumeBuilder.com found that 34% of dating app users have used platforms such as Hinge, Tinder, and Bumble for career-related purposes, while a 2026 survey by Resume.org found that 28% of single adults had used LinkedIn for dating. Researchers suggest LinkedIn’s detailed profiles and perceived trustworthiness make it appealing for romantic connections, while dating apps are increasingly being used to find mentors, referrals, internships, and job opportunities.
PRNEWSWIRE – True for Two has launched in the U.S. with a focus on singles seeking marriage and long-term relationships. The platform uses an extensive onboarding process to assess values, lifestyle preferences, family goals, and future plans before matching users. Rather than maximizing match volume, the app aims to identify major incompatibilities early and encourage more intentional dating. True for Two began testing in Dallas and is now expanding nationwide.