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Key Development Feature at VCC Edge

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Written by Tour
Updated over 3 months ago

The new version of the Key Development feature in VCC Edge aims to enhance the user experience by providing more accurate, relevant, and timely updates on market developments.

The primary goals include:

  • Expanding coverage to capture a broader range of industry developments.

  • Improving categorization for better discoverability and relevance.

  • Enhancing search functionality to allow users to find key developments efficiently.

  • Leveraging AI and automation to streamline data processing and presentation.

  • Incorporating user feedback to continuously refine the feature.

Then: The Previous Version

In the earlier version of VCC Edge, the Key Development feature had certain limitations:

  • A limited number of sources, with only 47 sources being tracked.

  • Fewer news categories, making it harder to filter and find relevant updates.

  • Lower daily news volume, leading to gaps in coverage.

  • Basic search capabilities, relying on manual filtering rather than intelligent search features.

Now: The Improved Version

The new version of Key Development has seen significant improvements, addressing previous challenges and introducing new functionalities:

  • Expanded sources: Now tracking 206+ sources, including Google News API, to provide a more comprehensive view.

  • Enhanced news categorization: The number of news categories has increased from 52 to 54, improving classification.

  • Higher daily coverage: The platform now maps approximately 180 news items per day, ensuring users receive the most relevant updates in real time.

  • Refined search and tagging: Users can now search based on headlines, companies, key development types, geography, professionals, and more.

  • Personalized feeds: Users can customize their feed based on sectors, locations, professionals, and other preferences.

  • Reading List & Newsletter: Users can save key developments, customize newsletters, and export data via email for better accessibility.

How These Improvements Were Achieved

The transformation of the Key Development feature was driven by:

  • Integration of Google News API to pull in a wider range of sources and real-time updates.

  • Extensive research on published news to ensure accuracy and credibility.

  • User feedback loops to refine categorization, improve usability, and enhance search functionalities.

  • AI-powered automation to process and categorize news efficiently.

  • Data enrichment techniques to improve tagging and classification of news items.

Sources and Data Tracking

  • Previously, the platform tracked only 47 sources.

  • Now, it integrates 206+ sources, including Google News API.

  • Through extensive research on published news, the accuracy and depth of insights have improved significantly.

Client Feedback and Continuous Improvement

  • Client feedback has played a crucial role in shaping the improvements.

  • Enhancements in search, categorization, and UI/UX were prioritized based on user suggestions.

  • The increased news volume and personalized recommendations have been well received.

The new version of the Key Development feature in VCC Edge represents a significant leap forward in terms of coverage, usability, and functionality.

By leveraging cutting-edge technology and user insights, VCC Edge continues to provide dealmakers, investors, and industry professionals with the most accurate and timely market developments.

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