Online Dating Apps Scramble to Address Threats, Scams as Women Become More Wary
Recent reports have indicated that dating applications are scrambling to address the security threats facing their platforms in an attempt to attract young women. Many Gen Z women are turning away from online dating as scammers and criminals proliferate on dating platforms. While these security risks are typically financial scams, there has been a recent increase in romance scams that lead to crimes as severe as human trafficking. As younger women are becoming more wary of modern dating apps, these platforms are reportedly considering novel features to boost their security and increase user confidence. A Financial Times report noted that…