Paktor
Paktor, founded in July 2013, focuses on connecting singles in Asia through technology-driven dating platforms. With over 5 million users and a significant presence in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, Paktor has facilitated 5 billion profile reviews and over 100 million matches. The company's flagship app is recognized as the most popular dating application in the region, leveraging proprietary technology to enhance user experiences. Paktor emphasizes anonymity, locality, and usability, allowing individuals to discover potential matches nearby and connect with those who share mutual interest. By prioritizing user preferences, Paktor aims to create a relaxed environment for social interactions, reflecting its mission of bringing people together without pressure. The company is positioning itself to offer a comprehensive suite of dating products, thereby enhancing its network and value proposition across key markets.
Kickoff
Acquisition in 2016
Kickoff is a dating app that connects friends of friends looking for a meaningful relationship. It emphasizes quality connection over quantity by making introductions to people in a user’s social network. It was launched in São Paulo in December 2014 and has since rapidly expanded across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Uruguay. Kickoff is founded and run by a team of dedicated entrepreneurs with prior experience in tech consulting, product development and finance, who have been close friends since meeting at Princeton and Stanford GSB. It is backed by a Latin American venture capital firm Monashees. Kickoff is available on iOS and Android.
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