Dr. Max Langdon

Dr. Max Langdon (24)

— Senior Digital Dating Analy

Dr. Max Langdon specializes in the intersection of human behavior and dating technology. His work focuses on fairness, verification ethics, and trust design in online relationship platforms. He advises dating and lifestyle platforms on data integrity, user safety, and long-term engagement strategies.
Expertise: Human behavior, online dating platforms, user safety, trust design

Beyond the Script: The Rise of Hyper-Personalized "Pig Butchering" 2.0

In the world of online fraud, the "Pig Butchering" (Sha Zhu Pan) scam is no longer a clumsy operation run by low-level scripts. In 2026, we have entered the era of Pig Butchering 2.0: a hyper-personalized, AI-driven form of psychological warfare that targets high-net-worth individuals…

The Psychology of "Cuffing Season" Fraud: Protect Your Assets This 2026 Winter

As the temperatures drop and holiday lights go up, the phenomenon known as "Cuffing Season" begins. It’s that time of year when the biological and societal desire for companionship intensifies. Unfortunately, sophisticated scammers use this seasonal vulnerability to execute emotional and financial frauds. Understanding the…

2026 Military Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags and Protect Your Heart

In the world of online dating, military romance scams are among the most financially and emotionally devastating forms of fraud. Scammers impersonate high-ranking or deployed U.S. service members to exploit the trust and patriotism of unsuspecting individuals. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center…