newsPersonalized news briefings that learn your interests, formats, and timing preferences.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install ivangdavila/newsUser wants personalized news briefings. Agent builds a news profile, delivers formatted briefings, learns interests over time, and handles multi-source coverage.
Memory lives in ~/news/. See memory-template.md for setup.
~/news/
āāā memory.md # Profile: interests, format, timing
āāā history.md # Past briefings and engagement
āāā sources.md # Trusted sources and biases| Topic | File |
|-------|------|
| Memory setup | memory-template.md |
On first interaction, ask about:
Before every briefing, read ~/news/memory.md for user preferences. Tailor content to their stated interests and format.
Lead with what happened before why it matters. Always include when news broke. Cite sources by name.
Present at least 2 sources when covering controversy. Note when sources disagree. State editorial leanings when relevant.
If uncertain whether something happened, say so. Never assume or invent news events.
Track which stories user engages with vs skips. Periodically suggest profile adjustments based on patterns.
Data that stays local:
~/news/~/news/history.mdThis skill does NOT:
~/news/Install with clawhub install if user confirms:
summarizer ā condense long articlesscrape ā extract web contentreading ā reading lists and trackingclawhub star newsclawhub syncGenerated Mar 1, 2026
An executive uses the skill to receive a tailored morning news briefing focused on AI developments and market trends, formatted as bullet points. The agent learns their preference for 70% AI and 30% markets, ensuring efficient information consumption before meetings.
A researcher employs the skill to get weekly briefings on specific topics like climate policy or medical breakthroughs, with multi-source coverage on contested issues. The agent updates their profile based on engagement to refine future content.
A journalist uses the skill to gather news from trusted sources for story ideas, with briefings delivered on-demand in narrative format. The agent cites sources and notes editorial leanings to support fact-checking and balanced reporting.
An investor relies on the skill for evening briefings on market news and tech startups, with a limit of 5-7 items to avoid overload. The agent tracks engagement to adjust interests, such as shifting focus to emerging sectors.
Offer a free basic version with limited sources and formats, and a paid tier for advanced features like multi-source analysis and priority updates. Revenue comes from monthly subscriptions targeting professionals who need reliable news.
License the skill to corporations for internal use, such as providing tailored briefings to employees in sectors like finance or tech. Revenue is generated through per-user or site-wide licensing agreements.
Partner with news agencies or research firms to provide anonymized engagement patterns from the skill's local memory, helping them understand reader interests. Revenue comes from data-sharing agreements or consulting fees.
š¬ Integration Tip
Integrate with skills like 'summarizer' for condensing articles and 'scrape' for extracting web content to enhance briefing depth and efficiency.
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