China's NEV Slowdown, And A Dating App Rejects AI

China's new energy vehicle market experienced a significant slowdown with NEV sales plunging 21% in March and 24% in Q1, signaling an inevitable wave of industry consolidation and brand alliances among over 100 manufacturers. Meanwhile, Milian, a rising online dating platform, is bucking the global AI trend by employing thousands of human matchmakers instead of algorithms, ahead of its Hong Kong IPO with impressive 74% revenue growth and tripled profits.

04/22/2026, 9:40 AM • Benzinga

Investors Watch as S&P 500 Rebalance Shifts Market Dynamics

S&P Dow Jones Indices announced a significant S&P 500 rebalance effective March 23, 2026, adding Vertiv Holdings and Lumentum Holdings while removing Match Group and Paycom. The rebalance reflects a broader market shift toward technology infrastructure and photonics companies supporting AI and cloud computing. Index inclusion typically creates short-term buying pressure for new members and selling pressure for removed stocks, though long-term performance depends on fundamentals.

03/11/2026, 4:42 AM • Investing

Starboard Value Takes Stake in Fluor as Industrial Investment Cycles Reaccelerate

Activist investor Starboard Value LP acquired a 5.19 million share stake in engineering and construction firm Fluor Corporation worth $205.73 million, representing 3.9% of its reportable assets. The investment reflects confidence in Fluor's ability to capitalize on accelerating industrial and energy infrastructure investment cycles, though investors will monitor whether the company can convert its growing project backlog into steady, profitable earnings without cost overruns.

03/04/2026, 3:04 PM • The Motley Fool

Starboard Value LP Opens Major Stake in Clearwater Analytics’ Investment Accounting Platform

Activist investor Starboard Value LP has acquired a significant 4.55% stake in Clearwater Analytics, purchasing 9,959,031 shares valued at $240.21 million. The investment in the cloud-based investment accounting software provider reflects confidence in its structural competitive advantages, including high switching costs and regulatory requirements that create sticky recurring revenue. However, the stock has underperformed the market by 26.7 percentage points over the past year.

02/27/2026, 10:26 PM • The Motley Fool

Quantum Computing Inc. Positions Itself Between Quantum Hardware and Enterprise Adoption as Anson Funds Exits

Anson Funds Management LP has completely exited its $98.93 million position in Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT), selling 5.37 million shares. The company, which develops software to bridge quantum hardware and enterprise applications, faces questions about converting early-stage pilots into sustained commercial revenue, with only $384,000 in Q3 revenue.

02/23/2026, 12:09 PM • The Motley Fool

Hinge Founder Justin McLeod Exits To Launch Match Group-Backed AI Dating App

Hinge founder Justin McLeod is stepping down as CEO to launch Overtone, an AI-powered dating service backed by Match Group. Jackie Jantos will succeed McLeod, who will continue to advise Hinge until March.

12/10/2025, 8:01 AM • Benzinga

Apple Challenges India's 'Unconstitutional' Antitrust Law As Threat Of Massive $38 Billion Fine Looms: Report

Apple is challenging India's new antitrust penalty law that could impose a $38 billion fine, arguing the law is 'arbitrary' and 'unconstitutional'. The company filed a 545-page submission to the Delhi High Court, seeking to declare the 2024 law illegal.

11/27/2025, 2:30 AM • Benzinga

Starboard Value Takes a Hefty 8% Stake in Bill Holdings: Should Investors Buy Too?

Starboard Value LP acquired a significant 7,024,848 share stake in Bill Holdings, valued at $372.11 million, becoming the firm's fourth-largest holding. The investment suggests potential strategic changes or value generation for the cloud-based financial software company.

11/17/2025, 4:09 PM • The Motley Fool

Viplink Launches CPM-Guaranteed Influencer Campaigns to Help Brands Control Rising Marketing Costs

Viplink introduces a new influencer marketing service offering predictable campaign results and cost efficiency, targeting brands seeking transparent ROI in the growing creator economy.

10/07/2025, 1:50 PM • GlobeNewswire

75% of dating apps are unsafe, new study find

A comprehensive cybersecurity analysis of 24 major dating platforms reveals alarming security vulnerabilities, with 75% receiving D or F grades, exposing users to potential data breaches, privacy risks, and sophisticated AI-driven scams.

09/03/2025, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why Match Group Rallied Big Today

Match Group reported flat quarterly revenue with new CEO Spencer Rascoff implementing strategic changes at Tinder, focusing on AI, automation, and product innovation to address declining user engagement.

08/06/2025, 4:10 PM • The Motley Fool

Match Group (MTCH) Q2 Revenue Tops 1%

Match Group reported Q2 2025 revenue of $864 million, matching previous year's performance. While Tinder saw user declines, Hinge demonstrated strong growth, and the company continues to invest in AI and technological innovations.

08/06/2025, 1:19 AM • The Motley Fool

MATCH GROUP ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Match Group, Inc. on Behalf of Long-Term Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm investigating potential claims against Match Group regarding alleged false statements about Tinder's performance and monthly active user count during May 2023 to November 2024.

07/30/2025, 9:01 PM • GlobeNewswire