Grindr CEO George Arison criticized Tinder and Bumble for neglecting their male users, who constitute 70% of their user base, at the Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference. Despite men often paying for premium services, their experience remains frustrating, leading many to quit online dating. Connell Barrett, founder of Dating Transformation, echoed these sentiments, noting that only 20% of men receive most matches while the rest struggle. Arison also highlighted that dating apps focus more on women's experiences, which he finds offensive, and called for a more balanced approach to benefit all users.
“I'm not even their target audience,” Arison – who is gay – said. “But still, as a guy, I'm offended.” Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble are neglecting their male users, Grindr CEO George Arison charged this week.
Match got yet another reminder that it’s under pressure Monday as the Wall Street Journal reported that activist hedge fund Starboard Value has built up a 6.5% stake in the company and wants it to improve its growth and cut costs. If it can’t succeed, Starboard wants it to explore going private.
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