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BrieflyCA

Canadian news, simplified into 60-second reads.

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Overview

What is BrieflyCA?

BrieflyCA is a Canada-only, mobile-first news application designed to reduce information overload. It automatically fetches Canadian headlines at regular intervals and rewrites them using AI into short, easy-to-read summaries, allowing users to stay informed without endless scrolling.

Key features

  • AI-generated news summaries readable in under 60 seconds.
  • Swipe-based, dark-themed interface optimized for speed.
  • Automated news fetching every 6 hours.
  • Category-based prioritization of important stories.
  • Smart push notifications using Firebase schedulers.
  • Freemium model with ads and optional premium experience.
  • Bookmark support for saving important stories.

Who is this for?

  • Busy professionals who want quick news updates.
  • Students and commuters with limited reading time.
  • Canadians looking for a clean, clutter-free news experience.

Tech stack

React NativeFirebase FunctionsSerpApiAI summarizationPush notifications