---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/tech-news/use-cases/monitor-technology-news/openclaw
---
# How to Monitor Tech News with OpenClaw

OpenClaw retrieves tech news programmatically with structured metadata for automated processing. Build daily digest pipelines, create news monitoring dashboards, and track story engagement metrics across topics. The structured output feeds directly into content aggregation and alerting systems.

## Setup

openclaw mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp

## Steps

1. Connect ToolRouter: openclaw mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp
2. Ask OpenClaw: "Get the top tech stories"
3. OpenClaw returns current trending stories
4. Review the headlines and discussion counts
5. Read the full stories that matter to you

## Example Prompt

```
What is trending in tech news right now? Show me the top stories.
```

## Tips

- Check stories daily for a consistent industry pulse
- High scores indicate stories with broad community interest
- Combine with story_details for deeper context on specific stories
