Bumble to Cut 30% of Workforce Amid Restructuring and Financial Losses
The dating app company aims for a leaner operation and app relaunch following a $32 million loss in Q4 2023.
- Bumble announces layoffs of 350 employees, about 30% of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan.
- The layoffs come after Bumble reported a $32 million loss for Q4 2023, with revenue falling short of Wall Street expectations.
- CEO Lidiane Jones emphasizes the need for a leaner, more agile company to meet future strategic priorities and innovation.
- Bumble plans to relaunch its app and revamp its Premium Plus subscription to attract newer generations and improve user experience.
- The company faces stiff competition from Match Group and a slowdown in user spending amid an uncertain economy.