UitbreidenOS Topic Researcher Skill
When to activate
User runs /research-topic [topic] or before drafting any newsletter to gather current data, trends, and expert insights.
When NOT to use
This skill should not replace primary research when the user explicitly requests original analysis or investigation beyond publicly available sources.
Instructions
Search for current trends and data on the given topic
- Use WebSearch for news, recent publications, and trending insights
- Look for data within the last 30–90 days
- Identify 2–3 key data points or statistics
Gather expert perspectives
- Find quotes, interviews, or commentary from recognized experts
- Note their credentials and affiliation
- Use WebFetch to extract full expert quotes when needed
Identify competitive or alternative angles
- What are other perspectives or approaches?
- What's the contrarian take?
- Are there counterarguments or nuances?
Compile research brief
- Topic summary (2–3 sentences)
- 2–3 key trends or data points with sources
- 1–2 expert quotes with attribution
- Competitive/alternative angles
- Suggested hook/angle for newsletter
Surface to session log
- Log: topic researched, key data points, expert sources, angle selected
- Flag any gaps or areas needing follow-up
Example
User: /research-topic AI regulation trends Q2 2026
Output:
## AI Regulation Trends — Q2 2026 Research Brief
**Summary:** Global AI regulation accelerated in H1 2026 with EU AI Act full enforcement, US framework finalization, and emerging Asian standards.
**Key Data Points:**
1. EU AI Act penalties now up to 6% of global revenue (effective Jan 2026) — compliance costs rising for US tech firms
2. US AI Executive Order spawned 15+ agency-specific frameworks; implementation timelines staggered through 2027
3. Singapore, India, and UAE launched AI governance frameworks mirroring EU approach
**Expert Perspectives:**
- "The regulatory fragmentation is creating compliance burden" — [Expert Name], [Org]
- "Asia-first AI regulation is becoming table stakes for market entry" — [Expert Name], [Org]
**Alternative Angles:**
- How startups are navigating multi-jurisdiction compliance
- Which AI regulations are actually slowing innovation (and which aren't)
- The cost gap between large tech firms and SMBs complying
**Suggested Hook:** "Three regulatory frameworks now govern 80% of global AI deployment—here's how to track them."
**Next Step:** Ready to draft newsletter; recommend 2–3 sections on enforcement, compliance cost, and market impact.
Tags: #research #trend-analysis #expert-sourcing