THE INDEPENDENT - May 18 - In a time when many social activities have cut as unnecessary expenditures, online dating is thriving. The industry has proven itself recession proof, as more singles than ever look to the internet to find love. According to LoveGiest, 96% of singles are looking for emotional security rather than financial security. According to Oxford University, 30% of people have tried online dating and 15% of those have met their current partner online.