65 posts tagged with "openbb"
View All TagsThe bitter lesson of context metadata

Stop adding business logic to your datasets.
Your AI team isn't doing AI. They're rebuilding infrastructure.

From weekend POC to production: the 24-month gap nobody talks about.
Introducing OSOR Agent

How I quickly hot-swap my financial agent with different LLM providers - fully open source.
Rethinking the financial interface in the age of data and intelligence abundance

How the explosion of data and AI is breaking the old financial terminal monopoly and creating space for open, modular, AI-native interfaces that serve users, not vendors.
The Evolution of AI Agents in Finance

Mapping the evolution of AI agents in finance from ChatGPT wrappers to derived data insights - and why the real value is shifting from interfaces to intelligence.
How I built an MCP Server for developers building OpenBB apps
The hardest part of building an OpenBB app isn't writing Python, it's getting the widgets.json spec right, since this spec was invented by us.
Every app requires developers to define widget types, inputs, and configuration options in exactly the right format. The documentation is strong, but it is long-form, which forces you to dig around for the parts you need. That slows down iteration, especially when you just want to get an idea live in OpenBB Workspace.
Top 10 OpenBB apps

These are my top 10 OpenBB apps, highlighted on our new solutions page. Not slides - literal workflows.
Can I create a 1 min Ad on my own with zero video editing skills?

A hands-on experiment using Google's Veo3 AI to create a professional 1-minute video ad with zero video editing experience. Covers the complete workflow from script writing using the Hero's Journey framework to JSON-structured prompting techniques that unlock better AI video generation results.
OpenBB Workspace + MCP - The platform play I can’t stop thinking about
How a simple protocol could change the way firms build, integrate, and scale with OpenBB.
What if... you could access an OpenBB widget on Excel?

This post introduces a new integration that allows users to embed dynamic OpenBB widgets directly into Excel.
Are you team MCP Client or Server?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) forces a strategic choice on financial services companies - become a Client, building AI user experiences, or a Server, providing specialized data and tools. This post explores the implications of this divide.
I just tested Dia browser, and I have thoughts

Thoughts on Dia browser's AI integration, exploring its similarities with OpenBB Workspace and the role of AI assistants in finance tools.
Not your typical data vendor

This post explores Financial Datasets, a data vendor focused on top-tier developer experience and data quality, with an API built for AI agents.
OpenBB is underrated

OpenBB isn't just software - it's foundational infrastructure that lets firms shape their own financial workspace, moving beyond one-size-fits-all solutions toward modularity and extensibility.
SEC filings to uncover and track financial and economic indicators

This post explores how SEC filings can be used to uncover and track financial and economic indicators. It showcases an open-source OpenBB app that visualizes this data, providing valuable insights for investment research and market trend analysis.
Introducing OpenBB Apps, tailored by users for optimized workflows

OpenBB Apps introduces a customizable platform where financial organizations can build tailored workflow solutions with dashboard templates, data widgets, and AI agents - putting firms in complete control of their data and tech stack.
10,000 followers later, here’s where it all began

A personal reflection on my 6-year journey to 10,000 LinkedIn followers and how sharing my work publicly led to unexpected opportunities and the creation of OpenBB.
Stop building AI products, start building workflows

The secret to building defensible AI companies isn't better AI - it's better workflows. An insider's perspective on why some AI companies thrive while others will become obsolete with each new model release.
One data vendor to rule them all. Really?

Exploring why relying on a single data vendor for financial research is unrealistic in today's complex market landscape, and how AI-driven platforms like OpenBB are transforming how professionals interact with diverse data sources to find alpha and gain competitive advantage.
OpenBB enables streamlined Client Advisory AI workflow

In this blog post, I'll show you how an AI agent can transform your funds performance, macro data, news around your holding companies, and more into a draft investor letter that has the same writing style as your team.
The $10 trillion OpenBB Copilot validation

At the recent AI Engineering Summit, BlackRock unveiled their Aladdin Copilot - a platform remarkably similar to what we've built at OpenBB, but with a key difference.
While they've invested massive resources into building a closed system, we've created an open-source solution that achieves the same goals: multi-application support, seamless agent integration, explainable AI, and enterprise-grade security. Here's a deep dive into how the world's largest asset manager validated our approach to AI-powered financial workflows.
Proactive Agents Are the Future of AI in Finance

How AI is evolving from reactive to proactive in financial services, and why this shift will transform how investors discover opportunities and generate alpha.
My key takeaways from Institutional Investor conference

Key insights from financial services technology leaders on AI adoption, including build vs. buy strategies, data privacy concerns, technology adoption divides, and the challenges of moving from prototypes to production-ready solutions.
Building a custom widget for my friends newsletter

How I built a custom OpenBB widget to save my friend hours of manual work on his newsletter with 190,000+ subscribers.
The open source code is available here.
How function calling and context-aware AI shapes OpenBB

Building on OpenBB's presentation at the Anote AI Day Summit, this post explores how intelligent function calling serves as the cornerstone of our AI-native workspace for data analytics.
UI layer is the next big frontier

A deep dive into why the UI layer represents the next major frontier in financial technology.
While the industry has heavily invested in data, the user interface remains a critical yet overlooked bridge between raw information and actionable intelligence. This piece explores how OpenBB is leading the charge in revolutionizing how financial professionals interact with data.
What it means to have skin in the game

From getting the OpenBB logo tattooed to honoring a promise of a Bali trip, this is a personal reflection on what it truly means to have "skin in the game". It's not about reckless commitment, but about standing fully behind your words and actions - a principle that's shaped both my personal life and my approach to building OpenBB.
Building a developer friendly interface for financial analysts

It's an open, AI-native application that unifies data, streamlines workflows, and delivers enterprise-grade collaboration and control for teams of all sizes
The cost of building software is plummeting to zero

AI is revolutionizing software development costs and shifting value creation in the financial industry. I talk about the growing importance of data infrastructure, the rise of customizable solutions, and how OpenBB Workspace enables firms to build specialized AI-powered financial tools.
AI chatbots won't revolutionize finance, but intelligent workspaces will

Why the future of financial analysis isn't about chatbots, but about intelligent workspaces that combine your data, tools, and AI exactly when you need them.
OpenBB and our global reach since leaving beta

This is how OpenBB is reaching users worldwide with Chrome's translation features, making financial analytics accessible in multiple languages and expanding our presence across 84% of countries since launch.
Why AI analysts need human-like workspaces, not just chat interfaces

Why I believe AI agents need the same comprehensive workspace tools as human analysts, moving beyond simple chat interfaces to enable true financial research and analytics.
Today I saw a glimpse of the future

My friend Matt, from VanEck, built a backend with data from Coingecko, Velodata, Artemis, CCdata, Glassnode, MSTR Tracker, Telegram and Google - all in OpenBB.
Why we got rid of PIPs at OpenBB

At OpenBB, we removed Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) in an attempt to increase the company's talent density pool rate.
Implement feedback loops EVERYWHERE you can

Maximizing team transparency through focused feedback sessions.
OpenBB Mobile App - Coming soon

How we built a mobile app, in 1 evening, with 1 engineer.
ChatGPT and The Future of AI in Finance

I took the stage at the Cornell Quant Conference alongside Yu Yu (BlackRock) Tony Berkman (Two Sigma), and Samson Qian (Citadel), to discuss ChatGPT & The Future of AI in Finance.
What I learned in 3 Years at OpenBB

The OpenBB journey started officially 3 years ago.
So I want to celebrate it by sharing 36 lessons I learned over the past 36 months as a founder and CEO of a fintech company.
Why chat-only AI financial assistants are not the future

Financial assistants structured like ChatGPT are great for quick searches but fall short for comprehensive investment research. They are limited by their one-dimensional approach, which hinders efficient data retrieval and long-term usability. Read on to discover how OpenBB Terminal Pro addresses these issues with a three-dimensional solution.
OpenBB Copilot is now available to all Terminal Pro users

For the past few weeks, we’ve been working on the OpenBB Copilot, an ever-present financial analyst at your fingertips with the OpenBB Terminal Pro.
Introducing the OpenBB Add-in for Excel

We acknowledged the enduring centrality of Excel in the financial sector, so we're now making data from the Terminal Pro readily available in Excel. We're also excitedly working to integrate the "Bring Your Own Data" feature into our Excel Add-in, a move we foresee as a transformative step in the financial data industry.
Prediction for 2024

Companies will own multiple fine-tuned LLMs/SLMs for specific tasks.
Creating an AI-powered financial analyst

Our Platform aims to empower the OpenBB Copilot, an AI-powered financial analyst, to perform tasks ranging from knowledge retrieval to fully autonomous analysis. The architecture involves task decomposition, tool retrieval, and subtask agents, showcasing impressive results in both deterministic and non-deterministic workflows. Read on to explore its capabilities and don't forget to watch the demos.
The open source code is available here.
The new FinAI Tech Stack

This blog post delves into how our collaboration with MindsDB, Nixtla, LlamaIndex, and Langchain is revolutionizing the financial world. Read on to learn all about the event "The New FinAI Tech Stack" held last week in SF, California.
Goodbye OpenBB SDK. Hello OpenBB Platform

Today, we are thrilled to announce the new OpenBB SDK, a game-changing platform that is now divided into the robustness of OpenBB Core and the limitless potential of OpenBB extensions.
The open source code is available here.
OpenBB Bot - our new addition to the OpenBB open source family

The OpenBB Bot is now open source. Check out our Discord Bot architecture now on GitHub.
The open source code is available here.
Revolutionizing AI at OpenBB with new leader, Michael Struwig

With the launch of the OpenBB Terminal Pro approaching, we're excited to announce the hiring of Michael Struwig, a Ph.D. with expertise in AI and quantitative finance. Michael will help us to further our AI capabilities, reinforcing our commitment to innovation in the open-source finance space.
Building the world’s investment research infrastructure

This blog post discusses the process and challenges of building the world's investment research infrastructure. It provides an insight into the products developed by the OpenBB team and their efficient operation.
The open source code is available here.
A $500k bet to build the best platform to do AI using financial data

This blog post discusses our $500k investment in building the best platform for AI using financial data. We focus on the rebranding of OpenBB SDK to OpenBB Platform, its features, and the potential payoff of this bet in 2024.
The open source code is available here.
Target Market Analysis with the help of LLMs

This blog post provides a comprehensive guide on how to perform target market analysis for your company using LLMs. It includes a detailed explanation of the BCG Matrix and the GE McKinsey Matrix, and how these frameworks can be used to determine market attractiveness and competitive advantage.
The open source code is available here.
OpenBB 2 year anniversary

Two years of OpenBB: A look back at our achievements and growth in the world of open-source finance.
How to handle equity at a seed-stage startup from Silicon Valley
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A step-by-step guide on how to handle equity at a seed-stage startup, using a fictional example from OpenBB.
Keep track of your startup metrics using a custom iOS widget

Keep track of your startup metrics using a custom iOS widget. This blog post will guide you on how to build a custom iOS widget that displays your startup metrics at all times. The entire code is open source and requires minimal coding skills.
The open source code is available here.
From Open Source to Open Startup

From Open Source to Open Startup: A journey of OpenBB towards transparency in the financial world.
Become an OpenBB Champion

Become an OpenBB Champion and join our passionate community. Share your experiences with our innovative products and help us democratize investment research through an open source approach.
Streamline your OpenBB Terminal experience with OpenBB Hub

Streamline your OpenBB Terminal experience with OpenBB Hub. Learn about its key features, including API key management, data customization, personalization, and script management.
The open source code is available here.
OpenBB Terminal 3.0 - a new interactive way to analyze data

A game-changing update to OpenBB Terminal, introducing interactive charts and tables, empowering users with a new way to analyze data.
The open source code is available here.
Leaving London to live in San Francisco

Leaving London to live in San Francisco: A personal journey of relocating and starting a tech company in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Free investment research ecosystem to consistently beat the market

The OpenBB Hub is a comprehensive platform for managing all products, data, subscriptions, and content for users, aiming to empower investors globally with tools previously exclusive to institutions.
Financial chat bots are underrated, and here’s why.

In this blog post, we discuss the underrated potential of financial chat bots, our collaboration with OptionsFamBot, and why chat bots are becoming increasingly popular.
Firing sucks. How to avoid doing so by hiring A players.

Firing is tough. This blogpost discusses how to avoid it by hiring A players, improving the hiring process, and understanding the importance of a scorecard in recruitment.
Bloomberg Terminal is no more. OpenBB Terminal 2.0 has just been released.

OpenBB Terminal 2.0 has been released. This blog post discusses the new features and improvements, including the release of OpenBB SDK, a state-of-the-art AI/ML toolkit for the financial industry, and the vision for a community-driven investment research platform.
The open source code is available here.
How I became CEO of OpenBB

This post talks about my story of becoming the CEO of OpenBB, the company behind the fastest growing open source project in finance.
Looking for a new tattoo? OpenBB has you covered… literally.

Exploring unconventional ways to increase brand visibility, OpenBB's co-founder gets a tattoo of the company logo. This blog post discusses the thought process behind this unique marketing strategy.