Singles tired of swiping are abandoning apps and searching for love on hiking trails: ‘Here, at least, people don’t vanish’
Going for a hike might not be the first suggestion for singles looking for love, but it could be a refreshing alternative to the monotony of dating apps. Taking a stroll in nature, surrounded by like-minded folks, offers a healthy setting to meet new people. That seems to be the concept behind a recent event […]
Workers using apps deserve genuine rights, not mere ‘portable benefits’ tricks.
Recently, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers (D) took a stand by rejecting some concerning legislation. This bill, which was framed as a means to provide “portable benefits” for workers in app-based jobs, was actually more of a ploy by corporations. It aimed to exclude these workers from essential state employment rights like minimum wage and unemployment […]
Hertz customers can challenge AI damage scanners with these apps
Car rental companies are increasingly using AI to identify damages, but this has led to some drivers utilizing apps to counteract potential fees. Services like Proofr, launched last month, enable users to generate their own digital proof of vehicle condition. For example, according to its promotional material, the app allows users to create scans of […]
I experienced the issues of The Tea app’s dating feature myself.
Recently, I wrote about an app called Tea, which lets women anonymously share their experiences with dates. To access this women-only platform, you need to apply and verify your identity. I was told my application would be reviewed shortly, but I actually waited a few weeks. Then, out of nowhere, just hours after I submitted […]
GENIUS Act to inspire a surge of innovative apps and payment services, according to Sygnum
Genius Act to Transform Stablecoin Landscape Fabian Dori, the chief investment officer at Sygnum, believes the Genius Act is set to reshape the Stablecoin market by steering issuers towards payment-centric use cases—distinctly away from other functions. “The Genius Act has recently been updated to clearly differentiate between interest-bearing stubcoins and those intended for payments,” Dori […]
Men should adjust their expectations on dating apps, new research indicates.
There’s been this ongoing idea that a majority of women—about 80%—tend to seek out the top 20% of men on dating apps. However, recent research suggests that the issue may not be as straightforward as that. It seems that the real challenge lies with the dynamics of attraction, or more peculiarly, the costs associated with […]
A California man is accused of defrauding individuals out of $2 million through well-known dating apps.
California Man Charged in Dating App Scam A man from California, Christopher Earl Lloyd, 39, has been charged with scamming over $2 million through dating apps. He allegedly posed as a successful and investment-savvy individual, according to prosecutors. Lloyd is facing 14 federal charges tied to a scheme that goes back nearly three years, involving […]
Upcoming tax reporting changes for businesses, freelancers, and payment apps like Venmo
Recent Changes in Tax Reporting Regulations “Don’t worry, just act like nothing happened.” This could serve as a provisional directive within President Donald Trump’s extensive tax and spending cut proposal. The package introduces new measures for businesses submitting 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC forms to the IRS, detailing how much non-employee compensation they plan to pay vendors […]
How to turn off Gemini AI on Android and maintain control over your apps
Google is planning to integrate its artificial intelligence technology, Gemini, with Android systems, which will enable access to main applications like WhatsApp, Messages, and Phones. This change is set to start on July 7, 2025, and it might override existing privacy settings unless users know how to disable Gemini on their devices. Here’s what to […]
Gen Z Is Uncomfortable with AI Being Used for Dating on Apps
Gen Z Skeptical of AI in Dating Apps Dating app companies have poured substantial resources into AI technology, yet a recent survey by Bloomberg Intelligence reveals they might be missing the mark with the Gen Z audience. Gen Z, individuals born from the mid-1990s to early 2010s, appears to be less comfortable with the AI-enhanced […]