The Economics Of Tinder: An Asymmetric Information Problem

       In a recent podcast on The Indicator from Planet Money, producers Darius Rafieyan and Constanza Gallardo talk about a unique encounter on the dating app Tinder. Here’s the story: Darius matched with a woman named Natasha on the app. The two chatted and got along well so they decided to meet in person at a concert that Natasha was attending. When Darius arrived, he noticed the crowd was mostly young guys that seemed of the same stature and look. About 10 minutes after arriving into this crowd of about 100-150 people, Natasha appeared on stage. She announced Continue reading The Economics Of Tinder: An Asymmetric Information Problem