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Plenty of Fish has launched Cue'd Up, an innovative in-app card game aimed at enhancing user engagement among singles. This game addresses the common challenge of initiating conversations, with 63% of singles finding it difficult to break the ice. Players engage in a series of fun and humorous prompts, fostering a laid-back environment for potential matches. Initial testing shows promising results: 40% of players connected with a match. The game is part of Plenty of Fish's new branding strategy focused on a more friendly and low-pressure dating experience.

Plenty of Fish has launched a new campaign titled 'The Gallery of Dick Pics' to promote a respectful dating community. This initiative aims to educate users on appropriate photo sharing, specifically targeting the issue of unsolicited nudes in online dating. The campaign features a virtual gallery showcasing men named Dick to replace inappropriate images and reinforce that unsolicited nudes are unacceptable. Accompanying this campaign is a rebrand of Plenty of Fish, introducing a fresh logo and app design alongside new features. This move aims to enhance user experience and align with evolving dating trends.

Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) will host a webcast on November 2, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its Q3 2022 financial results. Results will be available after market close on November 1, 2022, with supplemental materials potentially including forward-looking information. The webcast will be accessible to the public via Match Group's investor relations website. Match Group provides various dating services, including Tinder, Match, and Hinge, available in over 40 languages.

Match Group's Plenty of Fish has unveiled its sixth annual dating trends for 2023, revealing a focus on 'Main Character Energy' (MCE), which encourages singles to prioritize their own needs. Key trends include 'Eco-Dumping', rejecting partners based on environmental views, and 'Infla-Dating', opting for budget-friendly dates due to inflation. The survey, which polled over 8,000 singles, highlighted that 49% of participants have actively made changes to focus on themselves and 20% have dated for household amenities. These trends reflect a shift in dating attitudes post-pandemic.

Match Group has appointed Linda Kim as the new Chief Operating Officer of Hyperconnect, effective October 3, 2022. Ms. Kim, previously COO at HAUS LABS, will oversee Hyperconnect's operations, focusing on growth and technological integration across Match Group's brands. The company aims to enhance the international growth of its key products, Azar and Hakuna, integrating audio and video technologies into brands like Meetic and Match. CEO Bernard Kim emphasized Ms. Kim's experience in mobile app development as vital for future growth.

Chispa, the leading dating app for U.S. Latinx singles, partners with Voto Latino to mobilize Latinx voters for the 2022 midterm elections. Building on their successful collaboration in the 2020 Presidential election, the partnership aims to leverage Chispa's resources to drive voter registration and participation. Recent data shows 73% of single Latinos believe their vote matters, while 59% plan to vote. Key issues include immigration, healthcare, and the economy. Chispa introduces new tools like a co-branded voter registration page and features to connect users over electoral issues.

Match Group has appointed D.V. Williams as the new Chief People Officer, effective September 13, 2022. He will oversee people operations for Match Group's global brands, focusing on compensation, benefits, and diversity initiatives. Previously, Williams served as Chief People Officer at Cars.com and has extensive experience in human resources and DEI strategies. With over 2,000 employees globally, Match Group has been recognized as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ equality. CEO Bernard Kim anticipates Williams' expertise will enhance talent retention and workplace culture.

Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) announced that Gary Swidler, COO & CFO, will participate in a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 14th at 11:30 a.m. PT (2:30 p.m. ET). This event will be available as a live webcast, with a replay accessible on their investor relations site. Match Group is a leader in digital technologies for meaningful connections, with brands like Tinder, Match, and Hinge, serving users globally in over 40 languages.

Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) announced that Gary Swidler, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Evercore ISI 2nd Annual Technology Conference on September 7th, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. ET. A live webcast and replay can be accessed through their official site. This event is part of Match Group's ongoing efforts to engage with investors and stakeholders about their digital technologies aimed at fostering meaningful connections.