Gays Have A Problem With New Grindr CEO + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • Out: Grindr has a new CEO, George Arison, who has apparently aligned himself with Donald Trump and conservative policies at times. Plus, he has been known to support politicians who rolled back rights for trans children after getting elected. Continue reading “Gays Have A Problem With New Grindr CEO + More News”

Grindr To Go Public At $2.1 Billion Valuation + More News

Grindr, the dating app that specializes in connections for the LGBTQ+ community, has agreed to go public through a blank-check firm in a deal that values the combined company at $2.1 billion. Some news items you might have missed: • Bloomberg News: Grindr, the dating app that specializes in connections for the LGBTQ+ community, has agreed to go public through a blank-check firm in a deal that values the combined company at $2.1 billion. Continue reading “Grindr To Go Public At $2.1 Billion Valuation + More News”

News Round-Up: March 24, 2022

Seattle Pride has cut Amazon as a sponsor for its annual parade citing financial support for anti-LGBTQ lawmakers Some news items you might have missed: • Seattle Times: Seattle Pride has cut Amazon as a sponsor for its annual parade citing financial support for anti-LGBTQ lawmakers, organizations and legislation PLUS a request to call the annual celebration Seattle Pride Parade Presented by Amazon. Continue reading “News Round-Up: March 24, 2022”

Grindr To Host Free ‘Meet Market’ Valentine’s Parties

Grindr will host 10 'Meet Market' pre-Valentine's Day events in 10 cities across the U.S.

Grindr totally understands that sometimes Cupid doesn’t always work on our schedules. So, February 13 (Valentine’s Day Eve) the gay dating app will host ten ‘Meet Market’ mixers in ten cities and you’re on the menu. Continue reading “Grindr To Host Free ‘Meet Market’ Valentine’s Parties”

News Round-Up: December 30, 2021

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Catching up on some of the day’s headlines: • Grindr: The gay dating app’s blog shared year-end stats including the countries with the most tops, bottoms, highest number of open relationships, U.S. city with the highest percentage of “looking right now” and more. Continue reading “News Round-Up: December 30, 2021”

News Round-Up: December 15, 2021

Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Jonathan Van Ness is “Getting Curious” with his own show on Netflix. The Queer Eye star flies solo in his new series based on his long-running podcast. • NBC News: Transgender students say they’re facing more and more harassment, sexual assault, and bullying at school. Continue reading “News Round-Up: December 15, 2021”