Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule

Bumble is now allowing men to message first after trials showed higher engagement and 66% of surveyed women said they preferred it.

Bumble built its entire brand around women making the first move.

Now it’s changing the rule as the business struggles for growth.

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