Tinder MTCH

Tinder, the app that turned swiping left and right into an Olympic sport, was founded in 2012 by Sean Rad, Jonathan Badeen, Justin Mateen and Dinesh Moorjani—a crew of techies who figured out that finding a date was as simple as playing a game of "hot or not." Renowned for revolutionizing the dating scene with its Tinder Swindler-approved strategy of instant gratification, it quickly became synonymous with a generation of hook-ups and superficial encounters. The defining moment came in 2014 when Tinder introduced its now-iconic swipe feature, catapulting it to fame and cementing its place in the dating app hall of fame. Valued at around $10 billion, Tinder boasts impressive numbers, claiming millions of users worldwide and endless media mentions. Yet, it's not all smooth sailing—its controversies include accusations of fostering a hookup culture and issues with user privacy. The app has also faced scrutiny from former executives like Rad, who have had their own share of drama. Amidst the high-stakes world of digital romance, Tinder continues to be the app that promises love—or at least a fleeting distraction—with a swipe of your finger.