news-summaryThis skill should be used when the user asks for news updates, daily briefings, or what's happening in the world. Fetches news from trusted international RSS feeds and can create voice summaries.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install joargp/news-summaryGrade Good — based on market validation, documentation quality, package completeness, maintenance status, and authenticity signals.
Accesses sensitive credential files or environment variables
$OPENAICalls external URL not in known-safe list
https://feeds.bbci.co.uk/news/world/rss.xmlUses known external API (expected, informational)
api.openai.comAI Analysis
The skill fetches public RSS feeds and uses OpenAI's TTS API for voice synthesis, which aligns with its stated purpose. The primary risk is the potential for credential exposure via the $OPENAI_API_KEY environment variable, but there is no evidence of credential harvesting, hidden instructions, or user data exfiltration.
Audited Apr 16, 2026 · audit v1.0
Generated Mar 1, 2026
Provides busy professionals with a quick morning update on global news, business, and technology via text or voice summaries. Helps users stay informed without spending time browsing multiple sources, ideal for executives, remote workers, or commuters.
Delivers curated news summaries to students and educators, focusing on current events for classroom discussions or research. Supports learning by offering balanced perspectives from diverse sources like BBC and Al Jazeera, enhancing critical thinking skills.
Assists journalists, bloggers, and social media managers by fetching and summarizing trending news from trusted RSS feeds. Enables quick content creation for articles, podcasts, or updates, saving time on manual research and source verification.
Generates audio summaries using OpenAI TTS for users with visual impairments or those preferring hands-free consumption. Offers accessible news delivery through voice messages, supporting inclusivity in daily information intake.
Provides timely news summaries on business and technology sectors to help investors monitor market trends and breaking events. Integrates feeds from BBC Business and Reuters to support data-driven decision-making in fast-paced financial environments.
Offers basic news summaries for free, with premium features like voice summaries, advanced topic filtering, or ad-free experience via a monthly subscription. Targets individual users and small businesses seeking enhanced convenience and customization.
Licenses the skill to corporations, educational institutions, or media companies for internal use or integration into their platforms. Provides tailored news feeds and summaries, generating revenue through annual licensing agreements and support services.
Delivers free news summaries with embedded sponsored content or ads from relevant brands. Monetizes user engagement by partnering with advertisers in industries like tech or finance, while keeping core functionality accessible to a broad audience.
💬 Integration Tip
Integrate with existing RSS readers or productivity apps via APIs, and ensure API keys for services like OpenAI TTS are securely managed to enable voice features.
Scored Apr 19, 2026
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