Where Data Told Stories and Insights Shaped Futures - The Last Scan of 2024, the New Pulse of 2025

2024? Done. Dusted. Out the door. But here’s the thing—at Event Registry, we don’t just slam the book shut on a year the second the calendar flips. January is our time to reflect, connect the dots, and uncover the stories our data and insights told us over the past year. Because where others see numbers, we see narratives—and those narratives are shaping our future.

And here’s the best part: it’s not just about the numbers or the features (though we’ve got plenty of those to share). It’s about the people, the creativity, and the purpose behind it all. Whether we’re delivering insights that matter, giving back to our community, or building a workplace we’re proud to call home, Event Registry has continued to evolve in meaningful ways.

So, as we wrap up the last scan of 2024 and gear up for the new pulse of 2025, let’s take a playful yet thoughtful stroll through the highlights. From milestones to moments of inspiration, here’s how we turned data into stories—and insights into futures.

From Concert Halls to Coffee Cups: A Year in Stats

When it comes to data, we don’t just see digits—we see stories, impact, and the energy of a bustling community. Here’s what the numbers whispered (or performed in perfect harmony) about 2024:

• 8,956 new users joined us this year. Imagine filling Vienna’s iconic Musikverein concert hall (capacity: 9,000) for a grand symphony dedicated to data-driven insights. Each user is a note in the score, contributing to a masterpiece of innovation and discovery. 🎻🎶
• 52,195,251 searches were made on our platform. If each search were a coffee bean, we’d have over 260,000 liters of espresso—enough to serve every single person in Italy a perfectly brewed cup. With that much caffeine, Italy wouldn’t just be the land of espresso—it’d be the land of sleepless, data-fueled innovation. ☕🇮🇹
• 31,841,038 analytics actions completed. That’s roughly the population of Canada—all simultaneously diving into data, analyzing trends, and shaping the future. Imagine a country of dedicated analysts, eh? 🇨🇦📊
• 482,340 minutes of user-request processing. That’s over 335 days—or about the same time it would take to cross New Zealand’s stunning Te Araroa trail (3,000 km) on foot. Our servers might not hike, but they sure went the distance for you! 🪶🇳🇿

And it wasn’t just about numbers. This year, we expanded our data horizons by adding thousands of new sources to the platform, many tailored to client requests. From finance to energy and military news, these additions ensure that our users have access to comprehensive, high-quality datasets—equipping them to make smarter, more informed decisions.

Celebrating Our Team: New Heights, New Faces, and Big Hearts

2024 was a year of incredible milestones for the Event Registry team, marked by achievements that pushed the boundaries of innovation and brought us closer as a community.

Two of our brilliant colleagues, Luis Rei and Erik Novak, reached remarkable academic heights this year, both earning their doctorates at the prestigious Jožef Stefan International Postgraduate School, part of Slovenia’s renowned Jožef Stefan Institute. Luis focused on enhancing metadata assignment in cultural heritage archives, while Erik tackled challenges in analyzing sequential textual data. Their work isn’t just a testament to their brilliance—it’s a reflection of how deeply innovation is woven into our team’s DNA.

Erik is also one of the newest additions to our team. With his expertise in AI and Natural Language Processing, he’s already making waves and proving that innovation is not just a skillset here—it’s a mindset.

We also welcomed Jakob Kapus to lead our marketing team. After all, when you’ve got a group of geeks behind computers communicating in code, you need someone to tell your story to the world. Jakob’s fresh perspective and creative drive have already begun shaping how we share Event Registry’s mission far and wide.

But beyond the achievements and new faces, it’s our shared values and team culture that truly set us apart. Weekly lunches turned colleagues into friends, workshops on well-being and communication enriched our lives, and a retreat into Slovenia’s beautiful countryside allowed us to reconnect, recharge, and dream bigger. We also wrapped up the year by partnering with the local charity Ana Zvezdica, giving back to the community that inspires us.

Here’s to the people who make Event Registry not just a workplace but a family. Bring on 2025—we’re ready to make it just as extraordinary.

When Blogs Came Alive: From AI Demystified to Industry Collaboration

We rang in 2025 with a little something special—a New Year’s gift wrapped in curiosity, clarity, and a touch of AI magic. Our AI Demystified series launched just in time to kick off the year, offering everyone a front-row seat to the world of artificial intelligence. From AI fundamentals and neural networks to debunking myths and exploring ethics, we unpacked the complexities of AI like the ultimate holiday present—exciting, a little mysterious, and definitely worth unwrapping.

And while we were busy demystifying, our partners were out there making it real. Huawei Netherlands transformed market research with our News API, turning vast oceans of data into sharp, actionable insights. AiVodot took personalized portfolio management to new heights by integrating our real-time news monitoring tools, proving that the right data can make even the trickiest investment decisions look effortless. Meanwhile, Headlyne.ai stepped in to save us from information overload, using AI to deliver personalized, real-time news—complete with a Junior Mode that keeps the headlines kid-friendly.

In 2025, we’re not just talking about innovation—we’re helping it take shape. And if AI Demystified was the wrapping paper, these partnerships are the gift that keeps on giving.

Looking Ahead to 2025: Building on a Strong Foundation

As we dive into 2025, we’re carrying the momentum of a remarkable 2024. Last year, we introduced game-changing updates like Chart Customization, empowering users to create personalized, on-brand data visualizations, and Coreference Resolution, making relationships in complex texts even clearer and more actionable. These innovations laid the groundwork for what’s to come.

In 2025, we’re doubling down on what makes Event Registry exceptional, with ambitious plans to:

• Refresh our branding and UX: A sleek new look and an even more intuitive user experience to ensure every interaction feels effortless.
• Advance categorization: Smarter, more flexible systems to help users navigate vast datasets with ease.
• Refine product offerings: Sharpening tools and features to deliver even more value to our diverse user base.

2024 proved that the possibilities are endless when creativity meets innovation. Now, with big plans and an even bigger vision, we’re ready to make 2025 our most impactful year yet.