Kybern Breaking News
Manage homepage news slides with a lightweight hero slider shortcode and REST API. By KybernAI.
Solid choice
Kybern Breaking News is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 3 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Kybern Breaking News stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Breaking News | #50 |
| hero | >100 |
| homepage | >100 |
| shortcode | >100 |
| slider | >100 |
About Kybern Breaking News
From the official readme · v1.6.12Description
Kybern Breaking News lets editors manage homepage breaking news slides from the WordPress admin and render them on the site with a lightweight hero slider. By KybernAI.
Features:
- Manage slide titles, links, visibility, order, and hero images
- Set a global company name and choose whether its logo is shown in the slider label
- Render the frontend slider with the
[kybern_breaking_news]shortcode - Expose slide data through the
/wp-json/kybern-breaking-news/v1/slidesREST API - Keep the frontend lightweight without heavy page builder dependencies
- Store slide covers and branding images as permanent WordPress media URLs, compatible with private S3 storage
The plugin does not require any external CDN assets and uses WordPress core libraries for the admin experience.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/kybern-breaking-newsdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the
Pluginsscreen in WordPress. - Open
Breaking News Managerin the WordPress admin. - Add your company name/logo in the branding section.
- Create slides and place
[kybern_breaking_news]where you want the hero slider to appear.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work without Elementor or Revolution Slider?
Yes. The frontend slider is built into the plugin and does not require a page builder.
Is there a REST API?
Yes. The plugin exposes slide data at /wp-json/kybern-breaking-news/v1/slides.
Can I change the company logo and company name shown in the slider label?
Yes. Use the branding section in the plugin manager page.
Does the plugin work with private S3 media storage?
Yes. Version 1.6.9 stores slide covers and logos as permanent WordPress media URLs. A compatible storage plugin can then create a fresh, short-lived S3 URL when a visitor requests the asset, without exposing the S3 object publicly or causing an expired-cover error.
Changelog
1.6.12
- Added authenticated REST slide deletion for the KybernAI integration.
- Slide deletion clears the public slider cache immediately.
1.6.11
- Added an authenticated REST endpoint for creating slides from KybernAI.
- Authenticated editors can retrieve inactive slides for management while public visitors continue to receive active slides only.
1.6.10
- Moved plugin settings to the WordPress Settings menu and added a direct Settings link on the Plugins screen.
1.6.9
- Fixed slide covers and branding images stored on private S3-compatible media storage.
- Existing direct S3 cover and logo URLs are automatically repaired to use their permanent WordPress media URLs.
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.1.
1.6.8
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.1.
1.6.7
- Added a Dashboard page for managing homepage slides.
- Added a setting to show or hide the company logo in the slider.
- Updated the administrator-facing Italian copy and KybernAI attribution.
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FAQ
Kybern Breaking News: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is Kybern Breaking News free?
Yes. Kybern Breaking News is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Kybern Breaking News safe to use in 2026?
Kybern Breaking News is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Kybern Breaking News?
Kybern Breaking News is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 398 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 119 times in the last 30 days.
Does Kybern Breaking News work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Kybern Breaking News up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.
What PHP version does Kybern Breaking News need?
Kybern Breaking News requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Kybern Breaking News last updated?
The latest version, 1.6.12, was released on September 8, 2026 (3 weeks ago).
Who makes Kybern Breaking News?
Kybern Breaking News is developed and maintained by KybernAI.
What are the best alternatives to Kybern Breaking News?
The most popular alternatives to Kybern Breaking News are T4B News Ticker (7K+ installs), Live News (2K+ installs) and TopNewsWp (800+ installs).
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