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QuackQuack launches human matchmaker model for enhanced dating experience
Mumbai: The leading Desi dating app, QuackQuack, has launched its latest initiative, the Human Matchmaker Model, designed to offer the smoothest and most successful dating experience ever. This new feature combines cutting-edge technology coupled with human expertise to provide the app’s valued paid users with tips, tricks, and more comprehensive support in finding the perfect match. The app’s founder and CEO, Ravi Mittal, commented on the launch, “We currently have over 3 crore people on our app, and every component of this model is crafted with our users’ concerns and feedback in mind. From hand-holding our paid subscribers for better and more successful matches to dating tips from dating experts, this new model will offer an enhanced dating experience. We are planning offline events like mixers, and the advantages of availing it will be even greater.”
Profile maker: Drafting the perfect profile.
QuackQuack’s Human Matchmaker Model will assist paid users in crafting the most engaging and appealing profile that will effectively attract more matches. The model offers tips backed by extensive research on how to draft a compelling bio, suggestions to pick the right picture to set as the display image, and professional assistance to optimize other elements on the profile to attract perfect matches.
Online and offline dating tips
Dating experts will offer detailed dating tips for both online and offline dating. QuackQuack’s surveys show around 44% of users are concerned about safety, and 26% of daters are hesitant to approach potential matches. The app listened to its users and crafted the Human Matchmaker model, where they will get assistance with initiating a conversation with a potential match, advice on the best time to be active on the app for the most promising results, and guidance to date and interact safely.
Personalised match suggestions
The Human Matchmaker Model will use a combination of user preferences, likes, interests, and other important attributes to suggest a more personalized and compatible match. This approach increases the chance of finding a genuine connection.
Customised messages
QuackQuack’s observations have shown that a simple Hi might not be enough to get a reply, and it also highlighted that most daters are uncertain about how else to start a conversation. To do away with their users’ worry, the app’s Matchmaker Model will help craft personalized messages that are proven to get more responses. These strategically tailored messages will catch the attention of users even amidst a crowd of matches.
Profile analysis
Users can benefit tremendously from in-depth analysis of profiles that have shown interest in them. If someone has liked or visited a profile, an expert will analyze the action, and give guidance on how to check their profiles, interpret these actions, and the best ways to proceed. It will help users make informed decisions.
First priority for matchmaking events
QuackQuack is also planning exclusive matchmaking events soon and paid users availing Human Matchmaking Model will be given the first priority, free tickets to these events, and more preferences, allowing users exclusive opportunity to meet potential matches IRL.
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Meta warns 200 users after fake Whatsapp spyware attack
Italy-targeted campaign used unofficial app to deploy surveillance spyware.
MUMBAI: It looked like a message, but it behaved like a mole. Meta has warned around 200 users most of them in Italy after uncovering a targeted spyware campaign that weaponised a fake version of WhatsApp to infiltrate devices. The attack, first reported by Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata, relied on classic social engineering with a modern twist: persuading users to download an unofficial WhatsApp clone embedded with surveillance software. The malicious application, believed to be developed by Italian firm SIO through its subsidiary ASIGINT, was designed to mimic the real app closely enough to bypass suspicion.
Meta’s security teams identified roughly 200 individuals who may have installed the compromised version, triggering immediate countermeasures. Affected users were logged out of their accounts and issued alerts warning of potential privacy breaches, with the company describing the incident as a “targeted social engineering attempt” aimed at gaining device-level access.
The malicious app was not distributed via official app stores but circulated through third-party channels, where it was presented as a legitimate WhatsApp alternative. Once installed, it reportedly allowed external operators to access sensitive data stored on the device turning a simple download into a potential surveillance gateway.
According to Techcrunch, Meta is now preparing legal action against the spyware developers to curb further misuse. The company, however, has not disclosed details about the specific individuals targeted or the extent of data compromised.
A Whatsapp spokesperson reiterated that user safety remains the top priority, particularly for those misled into installing the fake iOS application. Meanwhile, reports from La Repubblica suggest the spyware may be linked to “Spyrtacus”, a strain previously associated with Android-based attacks that could intercept calls, activate microphones and even access cameras.
The episode underscores a growing reality in the digital age, the threat is no longer just what you download, but where you download it from. As unofficial apps become increasingly convincing, the line between communication tool and covert surveillance is getting harder to spot and far easier to exploit.
