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AMA Recap - Nicolas Van Hoorde

October 17, 2024

Insights on Delta Desktop and Beyond: An AMA with Nicolas Van Hoorde

Hello everyone! I’m Nicolas Van Hoorde, Co-founder and CEO of Delta. I recently had the opportunity to connect with our community through an AMA, where I shared updates about Delta, our upcoming plans, and the new Delta Desktop. For those who couldn’t make it, here’s a summary of our conversation!

Meet the Delta Team

Delta is powered by a talented team of about 25 people from diverse backgrounds. While most of us are based in our HQ in Ghent, Belgium, we also have team members working remotely from places like the UK, Norway, and even Australia. It’s this incredible team that makes Delta possible, constantly working to improve the app and deliver a seamless experience for our users.

Key Features of Delta

At its core, Delta is designed to help you stay on top of the markets with the latest prices and data, track your portfolio with ease, and stay informed through our smart notifications. These features are essential to making investing easier and more accessible, regardless of your experience level.

Looking Ahead: What’s New for Delta in 2024?

I’m particularly excited about our new Home Feed. This is a game-changer because it’s highly personalized for each user, bringing a whole new level of customization to the app. We’re aiming to roll this out by summer and will continue refining it based on user feedback throughout the year. This is just one of the ways we’re focused on enhancing the Delta experience for all users.

Our Partnership with eToro

Since eToro acquired Delta in 2019, their support has been instrumental in our growth. We’re working closely with eToro to leverage our strengths and create even more value for both Delta and eToro users. This partnership will continue to evolve over the next year, with some exciting projects in the pipeline that will benefit our communities.

Thoughts on Industry Changes: The FTX Collapse

The FTX collapse was a setback for the entire industry, as it overshadowed the hard work that so many people have put into proving that this space is maturing and can be taken seriously. While it didn’t directly impact Delta or eToro, it serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and trust in our industry. We’re committed to continuing our focus on delivering a trustworthy platform for our users.

Why Delta Desktop?

Delta has always been a mobile-first product, but our community made it clear that they wanted a bigger screen experience alongside their mobile app. By listening to our users, we realized the demand for a desktop companion that complements the mobile experience rather than duplicating it. This new direction allows us to focus on the features that matter most to our core users.

Deciding on Delta Desktop Features

When we started planning Delta Desktop, we looked at our most active users and what they valued in Delta. From there, we prioritized features that would make Desktop a strong companion to mobile. This approach has allowed us to develop a focused product that meets user needs without overwhelming our small team with maintenance challenges.

Why Focus on Desktop Now?

For years, Delta was focused solely on mobile, but with our current structure, we’re able to give Desktop the attention it deserves by maintaining a narrower feature set. This way, we’re creating a balanced ecosystem that allows us to provide valuable features across both platforms without compromising quality.