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https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/tinder-swipes-left-asian-man_us_59a76988e4b0a8d1457311bc
These emasculating stereotypes, which are often perpetuated in films and on TV shows, can put Asian men at a disadvantage in dating. One study in 2014 found that Asian men have a harder time with online dating. In a speed-dating study conducted at Columbia University, Asian men also had the most difficulty getting a second date.
“Though it was not our intention, we see in retrospect how the content could be seen as insensitive, and we deeply apologize for any offense caused,” a Tinder spokesperson said in a statement sent to HuffPost. “We believe that everyone deserves the chance to find their match on Tinder and we strive to make it a community of acceptance and inclusivity for all individuals.”