You gotta hand it to Tinder’s parent company, Match Group—they’ve got a plan so savvy, it might just make Cupid jealous. During their latest earnings call, CFO Steven Bailey hinted that dodging Apple’s App Store fees could lead to a whopping $65 million boost in their operating income for 2026. That’s like finding a $20 bill in the couch cushions, only multiplied by a ridiculous amount!
A judge just threw a metaphorical wrench into Apple’s cozy little business model by telling them to stop restricting developers from linking to other payment options. Translation: Tinder and Hinge may soon be able to allow users to swipe right on payments outside the clutches of Apple’s App Store, and that’s a game changer!
Of course, this development comes on the heels of the ongoing drama between Epic Games and Google, with Match Group closely monitoring how that plays out. You can almost hear them whispering, “We want in on this too!”
In a world where every penny counts, dodging those hefty app fees may turn out to be the romantic getaway Match Group desperately needs to ignite those revenue flames. A thrilling chase for both love and dollars? You bet!
So what do you think—will Match Group hit the jackpot, or will they swipe left on these expectations?
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