David Wyllie

David Wyllie is the Editorial Development Manager at Factal, a company that specializes in breaking news technology. In this role, he focuses on journalism, analytics, and verification. Prior to joining Factal, he had an extensive career in journalism, most recently serving as a senior journalist for BBC News. He was also one of the first employees at Breaking News, where he worked as a London-based editor for six years and was part of the Emmy-winning team that covered the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. Additionally, Wyllie has experience as a notifications editor for Sky News.134

Wyllie holds a degree from the University of Gloucestershire and is based in London.2 His background includes significant contributions to various reputable organizations such as NBC News and the Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail, highlighting his expertise in news coverage and editorial management.1