Tag Archives: Dating

26Jan/26

The “Locked In” Era: Why Silicon Valley Founders are Trading Intimacy for Innovation

January 26, 2026InnovationArtificial intelligence, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data science, Dating, dopamine, San Franciscoadmin

Jan. 26, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — There is a growing cultural trend where young tech entrepreneurs are intentionally choosing celibacy to maximize their professional output. By adopting a monastic lifestyle, these founders prioritize product development and company growth over romantic relationships or dating. Being “locked in” to their work requires removing the distractions of personal intimacy to remain competitive in Silicon Valley. Ultimately, this movement reflects a radical shift in work-life balance where emotional fulfillment is sacrificed for technological innovation. Continue reading →

23Feb/24

Dating apps are accused of being ‘addictive’. What makes us keep swiping?

February 23, 2024MobileAnastasia Hronis, Creative Commons, Dating, Dating app, dopamine, Geosocial networking, Hinge, Instagram, match group, Mobile app, Online dating, Online dating applications, Social media, Sydney, The League, Tinder, United Statesadmin

Dr Anastasia Hronis, University of Technology Sydney

A class-action lawsuit filed in the United States against Match Group – the parent company of dating apps Tinder, Hinge and The League – is making headlines around the world.

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18May/23

I am in love with a stripper

May 18, 2023EntertainmentArticles, Dating, Emotion, Emotional intimacy, Human behavior, Human sexuality, Humans, Mike, Nudity, Philosophy of love, Romance, Sex industry, Stripperadmin

May 18, 2023 /entertainment/ — Yes, it is possible to fall in love with a stripper. However, it is important to remember that strippers are professionals who are paid to entertain. They are not always looking for love, and they may not be able to give you the same level of emotional intimacy that you would get from a partner who is not in the sex industry. Continue reading →

23Aug/22

Workplace romance: four questions to ask yourself before dating someone from the office

August 23, 2022EconomyArticles, Chantal Gautier, Creative Commons, Dating, Human behavior, Humans, Labour law, Love, Philosophy of love, Productivity, Sexual harassment, SHUTTERSTOCK, Telecommuting, United Kingdom, United States, Workplace, Workplace relationshipsadmin

Chantal Gautier, University of Westminster

In the digital age, online dating and swiping right are the status quo for romance. Practically gone are the days of meeting “the one” in a pub. But what about flirting by the water cooler or over Zoom? The consensual office relationship has been both a romance trope and a taboo for decades.

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