# Release Highlights ##### 2024 Updates
**What's New!** **Description****Release Date**
Improved Analytics Dashboard Virtual Hybrid In person Registration Event Platform Real time dashboard with advanced exportable reports at a click of a button. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/analytics-and-reporting/page/analytics-dashboard-reporting-exports) Q1 2024
Improved Breakouts Virtual Hybrid Event Platform This upgraded version introduces a revamped layout, prioritising active participants to facilitate seamless collaboration and meaningful connections. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/engagement-and-networking/page/new-crowdcomms-video-breakouts) Q1 2024
Custom Email Domains Virtual Hybrid In person Registration Event Platform Elevate your event communication with our Custom Email Domains feature, enabling you to send emails using your unique domain for a personalised and professional touch. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/custom-email-domains) Q1 2024
Word Clouds Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Our Word Clouds feature is designed to capture the essence of your event in a visually stunning way, transforming delegate sentiments into an insightful masterpiece. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/wordclouds) Q1 2024
New RSVP Email Template Virtual Hybrid In person Registration We're thrilled to introduce an exciting update to our Registration Email Communication feature, invitees can now decline event invitations directly from their inbox! [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/registration-step-by-step-guide/page/editing-generating-email-templates) Q1 2024
Real Time Attendees Agenda View Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Accessible directly from the Agenda list page, this innovative tool offers delegates a dynamic view of session attendees in real time. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/q1-round-up-whats-next-for-q1-2024-elevating-your-event-experience-with-exciting-enhancements) Scheduled April 2024
Activity Feed Improvements Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Empower your moderators to curate content, highlight announcements, and foster discussions, creating a positive and engaging environment. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/q1-round-up-whats-next-for-q1-2024-elevating-your-event-experience-with-exciting-enhancements) Scheduled April 2024
##### 2023 Updates
**What's New!** **Description****Release Date**
Registration Form Builder Virtual Hybrid In person Registration This dynamic tool empowers event organisers like you to craft exceptional registration forms effortlessly. With a wide array of question types at your fingertips, you have the freedom to create tailored, engaging forms that cater to your unique event needs. [More details: Customisation](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/registration-step-by-step-guide/page/branding-customising-the-registration-form) [More details: Build the form](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/registration-step-by-step-guide/page/building-the-registration-form) October 2023
Registration Landing Page Builder Virtual Hybrid In person Registration This next Suite feature takes a familiar platform component and elevates it to new heights, we introduce to you the Registration Landing Page Builder. Designed with your event's success in mind, this feature offers great flexibility. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/registration-step-by-step-guide/page/creating-the-landing-page-for-the-registration-site) October 2023
Email Templates Virtual Hybrid In person Registration This versatile tool empowers you to effortlessly craft and send targeted emails to invite users to register, issue reminders to those who haven't registered, and send confirmation emails to those who have. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/registration-step-by-step-guide/page/editing-generating-email-templates) October 2023
Agenda Time Zone Options Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Imagine that you're running your event in London, with delegates attending from all around the globe. You want your Event App to show sessions in the event's time zone rather than the local time of each attendee. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/time-zones) June 2023
Polling Results on the platform app Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform With the increasing popularity of the Polling Feature and the introduction of Advanced Voting, the next logical step was to develop the ability to display the results to the platform users on the App. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/june-introducing-the-latest-feature-releases-including-time-zone-options-session-chat-images-and-browser-notifications) June 2023
Session Chat Images Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform We are also thrilled to announce an enhancement to our Engagement Panel: the ability to upload images into the Session Chat. With this new feature, your delegates can effortlessly share visual content, making conversations more engaging and interactive. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/engagement-and-networking/page/session-chat) June 2023
Profile Pop-Up Card Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Now, attendees can access useful shortcuts directly within the pop-up card, making it easier than ever to send chat messages, schedule meetings or initiate video calls with other delegates. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/june-introducing-the-latest-feature-releases-including-time-zone-options-session-chat-images-and-browser-notifications) June 2023
Zoom Integration Upgrade Virtual Hybrid Event Platform We have also updated our Zoom integration, which is optimised with their latest SDK version. This update brings an easier integration experience (with only two fields, instead of four). [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/zoom-meetings-webinars) June 2023
Abstract Module Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform The Abstract Module allows you to organise your submissions into a list, making it easy to find and view the most relevant content. Each submission can be viewed on a detailed page, allowing for a comprehensive review of the document. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/creating-an-abstracts-module) April 2023
Q&A Improvements: Response Field Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Allow speakers and admins to respond to questions in the platform app. There's no need to ever miss a question again! [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/qa) April 2023
Intelligent Waiting List Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform Now, delegates don't have to worry about missing their favourite sessions because they are full. With our waiting list feature, they can sign up for a full session, and we will automatically assign tickets that become available based on a queuing system. Clever, right? [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/april-all-new-abstracts-module-self-service-livestream-production-studio-agenda-session-waiting-lists-event-communications-hub) April 2023
New & Improved Communications Section Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform This final update is small but mighty. Firstly, we have reshuffled the new Dashboard and introduced a new tab: the 'Comms' section - giving email set up and alerts a new, easy to find home. Within this tab, we have also added a setting for you to decide whether your delegates are opted in or out of email communications and notification sounds by default. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/engagement-and-networking/page/alerts-and-notifications) April 2023
Agenda session re-design Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform The Agenda Session page is the heart of the platform. It is the most crucial feature, and without it, the platform won't be able to fulfil its purpose. Due to its importance, we have decided it deserves a design lift. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/february-agenda-session-and-personal-agenda-page-re-design-and-additions-to-the-delegate-calendar) February 2023
Personal Agenda re-design Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform The Personal Agenda page has also been given a facelift. Not only to the design but the functionality has also been extended to include delegates' upcoming meetings and the event organiser's managed agendas. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/february-agenda-session-and-personal-agenda-page-re-design-and-additions-to-the-delegate-calendar) February 2023
Improved integration with personal calendars Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform .ics file attachments will be included in all meeting and favourited session email notifications, meaning your delegates can easily add in-app them into their chosen calendar. This way, even when away from the app, they will never miss any meetings or sessions. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/february-agenda-session-and-personal-agenda-page-re-design-and-additions-to-the-delegate-calendar) February 2023
New & Improved Stream / Video Player Virtual Hybrid Event Platform Your delegates can get timeline hover previews on this new player and keyboard control navigations when watching on-demand videos. The video player is also fully responsive and adaptive, ensuring that it will look great anywhere on the web, regardless of the device or connection. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/development-release-highlights/page/january-new-stream-video-player-with-captions-recurring-meetings-exhibitor-portal-and-agenda-autoplay) January 2023
Agenda Autoplay Virtual Hybrid Event Platform We are very excited to introduce our new Stream Autoplay feature. When enabled from the toggle in the Dashboard, your delegates will automatically be transported to their next favourited session once their current stream has finished. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/page/agenda-auto-play) January 2023
Exhibitor Self Edit Profiles Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform If you run events with hundreds of sponsors and exhibitors and find yourself spending days updating company info, logos and branding, we have a solution for you! [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/sponsors-and-exhibitors/page/self-edit-exhibitor-portal) January 2023
Recurring Meetings Virtual Hybrid In person Event Platform If you are using our platform as a long-term solution, this feature is for you! Your delegates can now arrange recurring meetings, with either a daily, weekly or monthly occurrence, via the Meeting Booking feature. [More details](https://docs.crowdcomms.com/books/platform-docs/chapter/meeting-booking)
January 2023