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The Most Empowering Icons of 2025 Unveiled by Kiteskraft Productions LLP

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February 5, 2025

CHANDIGARH, India, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kiteskraft Productions LLP proudly celebrates the visionaries who inspire, lead, and redefine excellence. These trailblazers embody resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to success. From groundbreaking entrepreneurs to industry pioneers, their journeys are a testament to passion and perseverance. Here’s to those who empower change and shape the future!

Mrs. Kumud Verma: Mrs. Kumud Verma has dedicated her career to transforming India’s educational and social landscape through her insightful writing and thought leadership. With a strong academic foundation in education and social work, she has been at the forefront of policy discussions, advocating for impactful reforms in governance, parenting, and women’s empowerment.

Her ability to merge literary expression with social critique has earned widespread recognition. She has been a keynote speaker at prestigious conferences, book fairs, and academic panels, where her perspectives on education and governance are highly regarded. Her works, known for their depth and accessibility, serve as blueprints for progressive change.

With an extensive bibliography, she has authored several acclaimed books that address governance, leadership, and public service. Her notable works include Andaman: Ek Adbhut Aakarshan (2024), Bacchon Ko Safal Kaise Banayein (2024), and Dynamic D.M., which was recognized as a national bestseller by Dainik Jagran. Many of her books have received multiple awards, reinforcing her influence in educational and literary circles.

Through her writings and advocacy, she continues to shape the intellectual discourse in India, leaving an indelible mark on society and inspiring future generations.

Dr. Abhiraj Ramchandani: Dr. Abhiraj Ramchandani is a distinguished pathologist with extensive experience in medical education, diagnostics, and quality assurance.

He completed his MBBS (2002-2007) from R.D. Gardi Medical College, Ujjain, earning distinctions in multiple subjects and a Gold Medal in Microbiology from Vikram University. After his internship at C.R. Gardi Hospital (2007-2008), he cleared DNB-CET (2008) and pursued his M.D. in Pathology (2009-2012) from the same institution. His thesis focused on immunohistochemical evaluation of breast cancer markers.

Currently, he serves as a Professor of Pathology at AIMS, Dewas, and Director of Lehar Pathology Lab, Ujjain. His career includes roles as a Tutor in Anatomy (2008), Demonstrator in Pathology (2012), and Pathologist & Management Representative at SRL Diagnostics (2012-2018). He held academic positions at SAIMS, Indore, progressing from Assistant Professor (2014-2019) to Associate Professor (2020-2021) before joining AIMS Dewas as Associate Professor (2021-2024) and later Professor (2024-present).

Dr. Ramchandani has 20 publications in national and international journals covering histopathology, immunohistochemistry, and clinical pathology. He is extensively trained in quality audits (ISO15189 & NABL 112) and has conducted multiple training sessions on quality standards in medical labs. He also regularly conducts workshops and training on ISO 15189:2022 and NABL standards. As a certified trainer with 360 HELP, he has led workshops on risk assessment and ISO 22367 compliance.

In recognition of his contributions to medical education, he was honored with the National Best Medical Teacher Award by IMA Headquarters, Delhi. With his vast academic, diagnostic, and training expertise, Dr. Ramchandani continues to contribute significantly to pathology and laboratory quality management.

Dr. Sourav Roy: Dr. Sourav Roy is an Assistant Professor at CHRIST (Deemed to be) University, Bangalore, specializing in semiconductor technology and sustainable nanoscience. His research focuses on Transition Metal Oxide-based Resistive Memory for Neuromorphic Applications and bio-integrated sensors for next-generation electronics. He is actively developing non-invasive health monitoring devices, sustainable RF absorbers, and innovative electronic solutions merging technology with environmental responsibility.

Dr. Roy has pioneered ultra-sensitive biomarkers using high-density memory structures and has collaborated with the State University of New York on wearable biosensors and 3D Stack ReRAM for AI applications. He co-founded a research lab dedicated to additive manufacturing-based wearable and sustainable electronics, with projects spanning microbial food preservation, bio-hybrid capacitors, and 6G antenna substrates. His team won the IEEE MAPCON Ideation Award for designing an RF absorber from tea waste.

Currently, he leads two advanced silicon nanodevice projects: 3D Printable & Wearable Stack ReRAM for Neuromorphic Applications and SiO2-based Cross Bar ReRAM for ultra-sensitive cancer biomarker detection. His contributions earned him the Scopus Citation Award and the ‘Award for Contribution at International Stage‘ at Asian Excellence Awards 2024.

Dr. Roy holds a Ph.D. from Chang Gung University, Taiwan, and completed postdoctoral research at Xi’an Jiaotong University, China. His work is published in top-tier journals, and he has won Best Paper Awards at IEEE conferences. Passionate about sustainable technology, he strives to drive innovations that enhance both human health and environmental sustainability.

Prof. Dr. Anshuman Naik: Reaching people with diabetes through WhatsApp, Prof. Dr. Anshuman Naik, founder & chief Diabetologist of Sweet Life Diabetic’s Care & Research Center has treated more than one lakh people with diabetes successfully. His approach is ethical — with a little change in home based food, exercising through yoga, and prescribing limited medication. He says that people are taking less medicine and that many of his clients have stopped their medicines. According to him, diabetes is not a disease but a disorder. He asks his patients to control their sugar in the right way and stay away from heart, kidney, eye, leg related issues and many more problems. Dr. A. Naik’s mission is to STOP DIABETES. He has also received multiple awards like ‘Best Diabetologist’ award from the Union Health Minister & Governor of Maharashtra.

Dr. Ebenezer Joseph: Dr. Ebenezer Joseph CM, FT, LSI, is a chess professional and cognitive psychologist, who has spent more than five decades promoting the sport and its influence on cognitive development among children. He is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and has held notable positions such as Captain of the Indian Junior Team, Tamil Nadu Senior Chess Team, the Civil Services Regional Sports Board Team & Madras University Team, where he led his teams to several national titles. His tutelage has impacted over 15,000 kids in India & 1,000 young chess aficionados at the Newman International Academy in Dallas, Texas.

A post-graduate from Madras Christian College, Joseph went on to do his doctorate in Cognitive Psychology from Madras University. As a FIDE-certified Candidate Master and India’s first FIDE Trainer, he has represented the country in several international competitions, including the World Youth Chess Championship, Asian and World Senior 50+ Chess Championship. He is currently World No. 5 in Amateur category.

He is a psychologist who has created chess-based intervention programmes to improve children’s cognitive capacities, with research funding from India’s Department of Science and Technology. He has presented 35 papers in the US, UK, Switzerland, Netherlands, Finland and many more.

Joseph is a Supervisor of Audit in the Indian Audit & Accounts Department, where he applies his strategic acumen across several critical areas including efficient and precise disbursements of pension to family pensioners.

Dr. Gaurav Sagar Bhaskar: Dr. Gaurav Sagar Bhaskar, a distinguished leader in education and social welfare, has dedicated over two decades to driving meaningful change. As General Secretary of the MLB Foundation, he has played a pivotal role in empowering communities, transforming education, and advocating for the dignity of the elderly.

His commitment to elder respect is reflected in impactful campaigns promoting intergenerational harmony. Believing that ‘old is gold’, he has initiated conversations that foster a compassionate and inclusive society. Under his leadership, Vivekananda World School in Ferozepur, Punjab, has emerged as a model institution, integrating value-based education with holistic student development. The school’s national and international accolades highlight his dedication to academic and personal excellence. Additionally, he established the town’s first Community Radio Station, creating a platform for local talent.

Through the MLB Foundation, he has led various community initiatives, including medical camps, blood donation drives, and grocery distribution programs. The All-India Mushaira, founded in honor of his father, Late Shri Mohan Lal Bhaskar, has grown into a renowned international platform promoting elder respect.

His vision extends beyond education and welfare, emphasizing ethical and sustainable progress. With a steadfast commitment to social betterment, he continues to inspire a future where compassion and development go hand in hand.

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar: Dr. Sanjeev Kumar is a distinguished figure known for his extensive contributions as a literary personality, entrepreneur, management expert, and advocate in the Supreme Court of India. He holds an M.Com., LLB, PGDIPRL, Ph.D. as well as DLit along with specialized training in General Management from the Sloan School, MIT, Boston, USA. His professional qualifications include fellowships with the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (FCMA) and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (FCS).

With over 35 years of experience, he has excelled in corporate business, economic laws, company law, finance, and merchant banking. As the Chairman of India Netbooks Pvt. Ltd., Managing Director of BPA Advisory Limited, and Director of iGenomeDx India Pvt. Ltd., he has led innovative solutions in business, legal, and healthcare domains. His leadership extends to founding the BPA Foundation and the India Economic Foundation, reflecting his commitment to social and economic advancement.

A prolific writer and speaker, he has authored over 200 books on various subjects, including literature and law, benefiting professionals, students, and researchers alike. His significant contributions to Indian literature include 20 unique Prabandh Kavyas (epics) on mythological characters.

As an advocate in the Supreme Court, he is renowned for his expertise in corporate laws and complex legal issues, adeptly navigating intricate cases. His career embodies a blend of intellectual depth, entrepreneurial acumen, and a commitment to societal progress, making him an inspiration across multiple fields.

Dr. Mishil Sandeep Parikh: Dr. Mishil Sandeep Parikh is a distinguished Orthopaedic Oncosurgeon based in Mumbai, specializing in the treatment of bone and soft tissue tumors. This rare medical specialty has fewer than 50 trained and qualified practitioners in India. After completing his medical education at D.Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai, he pursued advanced training in musculoskeletal oncology at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital. He is among the youngest certified Ortho-Onco surgeons in the country and one of the few dedicated exclusively to this field.

He is highly skilled in pain-free and precise needle biopsies, limb salvage techniques, and the treatment of pathological fractures and spinal cord compression caused by metastasis. With extensive experience in managing bone and soft tissue tumors, he has performed approximately 1,900 procedures and treated over 1,500 patients in the past seven years.

Currently affiliated with Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, he serves as Chairperson for the under-40 sarcoma surgeons in the International Society of Limb Salvage. With over 25 publications, he contributes to several editorial boards and actively supports the training of young surgeons through the Sarcoma Education Foundation. He is also an integral part of the Bombay Orthopaedic Society, serving as its Webmaster.

Dr. A.V. Srinivasan: Dr. A.V. Srinivasan, a distinguished neurologist from Chennai, has made remarkable contributions to the field of neurology in India. With an unwavering commitment to patient care, research, and education, he has earned numerous accolades, solidifying his legacy as a pioneer in the medical community.

In a historic achievement, he became the first Indian recipient of the prestigious American Academy of Neurology’s General Neurology 2024 Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions. Additionally, he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Scientific Laurel in 2024, further highlighting his outstanding service to neurology.

His dedication to patient welfare is unparalleled, having provided free medical services, food, and medicines to over 90,500 patients for more than 625 weeks. Beyond clinical practice, his academic contributions include 125 research papers and 40 books, making complex neurological concepts accessible in both English and Tamil.

A mentor to countless aspiring neurologists, he was the first in India to earn a Ph.D. in Neurology from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, guiding five others to achieve the same distinction. His leadership was instrumental in forging a historic MoU between the Association of Indian Neurologists in America (AINA) and the Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) during his tenure as IAN President in 2017.

With over five decades of service at Madras Medical College, he continues to shape the future of neurology, leaving an enduring impact on the medical fraternity.

Dr. Hindupur Rajasimha: Dr. Hindupur Rajasimha, Ph.D., is a distinguished Civil Engineer and the only professional in India to have served as Chief Engineer (CE) in eight reputed organizations, like ISRO, IDBI, and various Karnataka government departments. He has also been a Technical Advisor to 26 organizations.

As Additional CE / Scientist SF at ISRO, he revived two abandoned satellites, built India’s first Sewage Treatment Plant, and restored SHAR’s cyclone-hit road in just 20 days. In Karnataka’s RDPR, he provided drinking water and sanitation to over 1,800 villages under a World Bank project and improved urban infrastructure for 10 lakh people across 10 coastal districts under an ADB project.

Dr. Rajasimha holds 3 Honorary Ph.D. including the one from Panama University, USA. He has 30 patented inventions, including a Guinness and Limca-recognized marvel house, a child rescue gadget for preventing borewel accidents, global parking solution. His innovations also feature a volumetric concrete house built in 10 days which lasts over 100 years, a device to prevent rapes and kidnaps, a cool jacket maintaining body at 18°C, and a plastic that dissolves in soil in 90 days. He is also developing a magnetic-powered vehicle.

His patented Non-Invasive Basement Creation technology. He has solutions for apartment toilet leaks. His Technology can prevent Universal coastal soil erosion. A recipient of multiple National and International awards, Dr. Rajasimha is committed to sharing his knowledge and inventions for the nation’s progress. It is high time the Government of India utilized his groundbreaking technologies.

About Kiteskraft Productions LLP:

Founded in March 2019 by Mr. Rahul Nair and Mr. Geo Bobby, Kiteskraft Productions LLP has rapidly gained prominence as a leading organizer of national and international conferences and award ceremonies across various sectors, including healthcare, NGOs, manufacturing, business, entertainment, and education.

At the heart of Kiteskraft’s mission lies the recognition of diligent individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their respective fields. In the realm of education and business, Kiteskraft Productions LLP shines a spotlight on those who have gone above and beyond in imparting knowledge and fostering growth in society. By blending expertise with outcome-based learning strategies, they have played a pivotal role in shaping the future of countless individuals.

Certified by ISO and MSME and registered under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Kiteskraft Productions LLP upholds rigorous standards of quality and professionalism. Furthermore, the company has earned recognition from the Scholar’s Book of World Records, a testament to its remarkable achievements in event organization.

Looking ahead, Kiteskraft Productions LLP remains committed to celebrating excellence, fostering innovation, and driving positive change. Through impactful events and initiatives, the company aims to inspire individuals, empower communities, and shape a brighter future for generations to come.

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Singtel Receives Four Frost & Sullivan 2026 Recognitions for Leadership in Enterprise Connectivity, Cybersecurity, and Digital Transformation

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July 19, 2026

The recognitions highlight Singtel’s leadership in secure connectivity, network transformation, IoT innovation, and cybersecurity, delivering customer value through intelligent digital infrastructure and AI-enabled enterprise services.

SAN ANTONIO, July 20, 2026 /CNW/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to honor Singtel with the 2026 Southeast Asia IoT Connectivity Service Provider Company of the Year, 2026 Singapore Network Transformation Customer Value Leadership, 2026 Singapore Cybersecurity Services Company of the Year, and 2026 Singapore SD-WAN and SASE Service Provider Company of the Year recognitions. These acknowledgements reflect Singtel’s outstanding achievements in delivering secure, intelligent, and scalable digital infrastructure that enables enterprises to modernize operations, simplify complexity, and accelerate digital transformation across Singapore and Southeast Asia. They underscore the company’s consistent leadership in strategy execution, customer value creation, and innovation across enterprise connectivity, cybersecurity, software-defined networking, and IoT connectivity services.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Singtel excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to anticipate evolving enterprise requirements while consistently translating long-term vision into measurable customer outcomes. Through platforms such as Singtel CUBΣ (CUBE) and its multidomestic IoT connectivity architecture, the company continues to unify networking, cybersecurity, automation, and AI-driven intelligence into integrated solutions that address the growing complexity of hybrid, multicloud, and connected environments. “Singtel has established itself as a benchmark for enterprise digital infrastructure by converging connectivity, cybersecurity, network intelligence, and IoT orchestration into a unified, customer-centric ecosystem. Its disciplined execution, platform-led innovation, and commitment to simplifying complex enterprise environments continue to strengthen operational resilience and deliver sustained value for organizations across the region,” said Kenny Yeo, Director at Frost & Sullivan.

Guided by a long-term strategy focused on digital innovation, intelligent infrastructure, and customer-centric transformation, Singtel has moved well-beyond traditional telecommunications to a trusted technology partner for enterprises navigating increasingly connected and data-driven environments. Its strategic investments in AI-enabled operations, cloud-native platforms, secure connectivity, and ecosystem partnerships enable organizations to modernize critical infrastructure while maintaining the flexibility to support future business growth.

The company’s strategic agility and sustained investment in integrated digital platforms have enabled it to scale innovative services across local, regional, and global enterprise environments. Innovation remains central to Singtel’s approach through solutions including the CUBΣ connected intelligence platform, multidomestic IoT connectivity powered by eSIM orchestration, managed cybersecurity services, AI-driven network automation, and network-as-a-service capabilities. These solutions simplify network and security management, strengthen cyber resilience, improve operational visibility, and provide enterprises with scalable, secure, and high-performing connectivity across cloud, edge, IoT, and hybrid infrastructures.

By streamlining service delivery through intelligent automation, centralized orchestration, proactive monitoring, and flexible managed and co-managed service models, Singtel continues to help organizations reduce operational complexity while improving service reliability and business agility. Its ability to integrate best-of-breed technologies in a unified operational framework, combined with strong regional network ownership and localized expertise, enables customers to confidently scale digital initiatives while maintaining security, governance, and operational excellence.

Frost & Sullivan commends Singtel for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and customer value across multiple technology domains. By combining intelligent networking, secure digital infrastructure, AI-enabled operations, and cross-border IoT capabilities in an integrated platform strategy, the company is shaping the future of enterprise connectivity while helping organizations build resilient, future-ready digital ecosystems.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents its Company of the Year and Customer Value Leadership recognitions to organizations that demonstrate outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in customer satisfaction, competitive positioning, and business performance. These recognitions honor forward-thinking companies that continuously raise industry standards through innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

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Foreign entrepreneurs find business opportunities and a home in Yiwu

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July 19, 2026

BEIJING, July 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily:

Yiwu, a city in east China’s Zhejiang province, is neither a coastal hub nor a border town. Yet it has built a trade network that reaches across the globe. Today, the city is home to more than 10,000 foreign-invested businesses and around 38,000 foreign merchants who live and work there.

People’s Daily reporters recently visited Yiwu to meet foreign entrepreneurs who have built successful businesses and settled down in the city. They shared stories of growing alongside Yiwu and becoming part of its remarkable transformation.

“I wouldn’t be where I am today without Yiwu,” said Senegalese businessman Sourakhata Tirera, a sentiment he often expresses. He first came to Yiwu in 2003 to source hardware products and was immediately impressed by the Yiwu International Trade Market. He noted, “If you can’t find something here, it’s probably because you haven’t searched carefully enough.”

In 2007, Tirera opened a foreign trade agency in Yiwu. In 2012, leveraging Yiwu’s comprehensive foreign trade pilot reform project, he established a wholly foreign-owned trading company. Today, his company ships 200 to 300 containers every month, dealing in more than 1,000 product categories and providing one-stop sourcing services for clients across Africa.

“Everyone is fascinated by Yiwu because it’s a place full of opportunities. Things that once seemed impossible can become reality here,” Tirera told People’s Daily after he finished receiving a trade delegation from Gabon.

Yemeni businessman Maged Mohammed Ali Al-Huraibi came to Yiwu alone in 2008 to pursue his entrepreneurial dream and founded a cosmetics trading company. In 2024, Yiwu launched a one-stop entrepreneurship service for foreign talent, offering factory leasing, policy consultation, and talent recruitment. Seizing the opportunity, Al-Huraibi invested in a cosmetics factory early that year, successfully transitioning from trader to manufacturer.

“Yiwu made my entrepreneurial dream come true. Now I want to bring cosmetics made in Yiwu to even more countries and regions around the world,” Al-Huraibi said.

Yiwu’s success is not simply about gathering products. More importantly, it comes from the city’s ability to create what the market needs — pioneering new approaches where none exist and forging new paths through continuous exploration.

Nepalese businessman Khadka Raj Kumar first came to Yiwu in 2002. In 2011, Yiwu pioneered a dual-track system for representative offices and foreign-invested business entities, addressing challenges related to residency, employment and business operations for foreign entrepreneurs. The following year, Kumar established his own trading company in Yiwu and later bought a home there.

In 2013, Yiwu established China’s first people’s mediation committee dedicated to foreign-related disputes, inviting foreign businesspeople to serve as mediation processes. Kumar has served in this role since 2017 and has participated in resolving more than 150 foreign-related disputes.

“In Yiwu, we’re not outsiders — we’re part of the local community,” he said.

As Yiwu’s sixth-generation marketplace, the Yiwu Global Digital Trade Center marks the city’s transition from traditional trade to a digital trade ecosystem.

Pakistani businessman Sheikh Jamil, who has operated in Yiwu for 21 years, has witnessed this transformation firsthand. According to him, more and more business is now conducted online. With the help of AI, he can quickly generate product solutions tailored to different market demands. “I can do business with the whole world without leaving my office,” he said.

Yemeni businessman Hasan Mohammed entered Yiwu’s cosmetics business as a distributor a decade ago. In 2018, he registered his own cosmetics brand in Saudi Arabia. With its products registered in Saudi Arabia, manufactured in China and sold worldwide, his business model delivers both high-quality products and a strong competitive edge.

“Yiwu is more like an ecosystem where ideas can quickly become reality. It offers not only opportunities, but also the potential for continuous growth,” said Mohammed.

For Brazilian businesswoman Ana Garcia, Yiwu’s transformation from “Made in Yiwu” to “Created in Yiwu” has been fueled by broad support in branding, digital innovation and global expansion. She founded a business consultancy that helps overseas clients identify market opportunities and sourcing needs, connect with qualified suppliers, and manage every step of the supply chain — from product selection and quality inspection to logistics and customs clearance.

Yiwu belongs not only to China, but also to the world. Together with entrepreneurs from around the globe, the city will continue turning the impossible into the possible, further burnishing its reputation as the “world’s supermarket” and ensuring that products created in Yiwu benefit people in more countries.

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New Datingsmatch Survey: 1 in 5 Users Say a Wink Led to a Conversation

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July 19, 2026

New findings from a Datingsmatch.com user survey show that the smallest gestures are doing more of the communication work than most people realize.

GIBRALTAR, July 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — People tend to think about opening messages as the moment a conversation actually starts online. The carefully worded introduction, the line someone spent time writing and then rewrote. What the data from a recent Datingsmatch survey points to is something different: for a meaningful share of users, none of that is where things began. It began with a wink.

According to the survey, 1 in 5 users of Datingsmatch reported that a wink was what got a conversation going. One-fifth of respondents, spread across different age groups and usage habits, identified that a single small gesture as the moment something actually started between two people.

What the Datingsmatch Survey Found

The survey was conducted among 5,000 users of the Datingsmatch online communication platform in June 2026, with participants asked to voluntarily share their experiences. The aim was to get a clearer picture of how conversations tend to begin, what it is that people hesitate about, and what eventually prompts someone to go ahead and reach out.

The wink finding was among the more consistent findings from the responses. Among users who described a conversation they felt good about, a notable portion were able to trace it back to a wink being sent first, whether they had sent it or received it. The reverse situation, where someone sent a cold message with no prior signal of any kind, was something respondents described as harder on both sides of the exchange.

That tracks with what broader research also points to. A 2023 Pew Research Center survey found that 55% of online daters felt insecure about the number of messages they received, and 36% felt overwhelmed by incoming contact. What that suggests is not that people don’t want to connect — it’s that the way contact gets initiated matters a great deal for how it lands.

Why Small Signals Carry More Weight Than They Seem

The Datingsmatch survey also looked at what stops people from reaching out when they want to. Uncertainty came up repeatedly. Not knowing whether someone is open to hearing from you. Not wanting to guess wrong and feel like you’ve overstepped.

What respondents described is not a lack of interest in connecting. It’s the absence of a clear enough signal that the other person is open to it. A Datingsmatch wink feature provides exactly that. It’s visible, unambiguous, and low-commitment enough that neither person has to feel exposed by it. For those still finding their footing on the platform, the beginner’s guide to the Datingsmatch platform walks through how these features work and how to use them effectively.

This connects to a 2024 study published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking that examined online rejection: ghosting was the most common form of rejection in digital communication, even after substantial prior exchanges. The fear that a message will simply be ignored — without any acknowledgment — is a real barrier. A lower-stakes signal reduces that barrier because the cost of no response feels smaller.

Datingsmatch notes, based on what survey participants shared, that this kind of low-friction signal seems to work differently than most people expect. It doesn’t just start conversations. It seems to reduce the gap that many users described feeling between “I want to reach out” and “I actually did.”

How People Actually Use the Wink Feature on Datingsmatch

Survey responses offered a more specific picture of the behavior. Winks were not being used randomly or as a form of mass outreach. Respondents described using them deliberately, on users they had spent time looking at, toward people they were genuinely interested in but not yet sure about approaching with a message.

Some users described sending a wink as a way of checking whether there was any openness to further contact, without having to commit to a full message exchange in order to find out. Others who had been on the receiving end of a wink said it was something they found easier to respond to, in part because it did not feel like it was asking too much of them too soon. There were also respondents who noted that when a wink had gone back and forth between two people, the first actual message felt less like an approach out of nowhere and more like a natural continuation of something that had already started.

Datingsmatch customer service regularly hears from users that knowing how to start a conversation is one of the things people think about most when they first join the platform. The survey data puts some numbers to what those conversations have long suggested.

What This Means for How the Platform Thinks About Connection

Datingsmatch highlights that findings like these shape how the platform continues to think about the role of small, low-pressure interactions in the overall experience. A conversation that begins with a wink is not a lesser conversation. Survey respondents who traced their most valued exchanges back to a wink described those conversations in consistently positive terms.

The platform sees value in giving users multiple ways to signal interest at different levels of commitment. A message is a commitment. A wink is an invitation. Both have a place, and the data suggests that for a meaningful portion of users, the invitation comes first and matters more than it might look like from the outside.

About Datingsmatch

Datingsmatch is an online communication platform that gives people a range of ways to connect online. The platform is built around the idea that how a conversation starts shapes everything that follows, and that not every interaction needs to begin with a message. Datingsmatch operates globally and continues to develop its communication tools based on how users actually engage with each other.

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