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Venezuela’s President in US after capture + How to hack dating in 2026

Jan 4, 2026
In this insightful discussion, Kriti Gupta, a media consultant and mental health advocate who designed a dating course with Tinder, shares her expertise on upcoming dating trends for 2026. She highlights the significance of clarifying intentions before dating and introduces concepts like 'clear coding' and 'friendfluence,' which focus on honesty and the influence of friends on dating choices. Kriti also explains the cultural phenomenon of 'Dating Sunday' and offers practical tips for refreshing dating profiles, ensuring you stand out in the evolving landscape of relationships.
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INSIGHT

Clarity Over Ambiguity

  • People increasingly want clarity about relationship intentions rather than ambiguous dating roles.
  • Kriti Gupta calls this trend "clear coding" and says it will define dating in 2026.
ADVICE

Define Your Dating Intentions

  • Ask yourself why you are dating and be honest about your intentions before you start.
  • Kriti Gupta advises people to 'clear code' their intentions to improve dating outcomes.
INSIGHT

Politics As A Dating Filter

  • Shared beliefs and political views are becoming central to attraction and compatibility.
  • Kriti Gupta says 'hot take dating' will push people to display values more openly on profiles.
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