As unemployment soars, frustrated job seekers turn to dating apps to find work: Here's why
Mint·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
China's youth unemployment rate among ages 16-24 remains above 16% since July 2025. Frustrated job seekers increasingly use dating apps to find work and networking opportunities. Some list employment intentions on profiles; others use recruitment platforms for dating. One recruitment platform converted its rating service into a dating app with verified user details. Concerns include harassment and data security risks.
Key Entities
ChinaYouth unemploymentDating appsJob seekersBoss ZhipinKanzhunSouth China Morning Post