> Women get bitten by the vagueness of their own rules, since they want to keep all options open.

What does this even mean? Do you know how ridiculous you sound?

> If it was a strict 'no workplace dating ever' it would have been easier for everyone.

News flash: most companies have rules around relationships between superiors and subordinates. Such rules are only effective when they're respected and enforced.

And what's your solution for "investors" who prey on female founders, tech millionaires and billionaires who use their reputations and influence to befriend women they later pounce on, etc.?