model context protocol

When Kevin Scott, Microsoft’s CTO, took the stage ahead of the annual Build developer conference in Seattle, his remarks clearly set the trajectory for a new era in how artificial intelligence helpers—often called “agents”—will interact. While the public is already adjusting to the presence of...

Microsoft's recent decision to host Elon Musk's xAI models, specifically Grok 3 and Grok 3 mini, on its Azure cloud platform marks a significant shift in the tech giant's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. This move, announced at Microsoft's Build conference on May 19, 2025, underscores the...

In the early months of this year, Microsoft’s Build developer conference set a clear strategic direction: embracing not just AI as a set of tools, but an ecosystem of agents fundamental to the next phase of both software development and the broader internet. This shift, while gradual in public...

Pushing the boundaries of what an operating system can be, Microsoft is forging a new path with Windows 11 by integrating the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This initiative marks a significant pivot toward an agentic OS—one where artificial intelligence isn’t just a passive feature, but a core...

As the digital world zeros in on Seattle for the much-anticipated kickoff of Microsoft Build 2025, the mood among developers, IT strategists, and tech enthusiasts is a heady mix of excitement tempered by tough, unanswered questions. This four-day annual developer showcase, running from May 19 to...

The Model Context Protocol (MCP), developed by Anthropic, has emerged as a pivotal open standard facilitating seamless integration between Large Language Models (LLMs) and external tools, systems, and data sources. By standardizing context exchange, MCP enables AI assistants to interact with...

The past decade of technology has been defined by walled gardens—proprietary ecosystems, vendor lock-in, and platforms that often put barriers between users and the broader promise of digital innovation. Today, however, seismic changes are underway, with the world’s largest software providers...

Microsoft Dev Proxy’s latest update marks a pivotal moment for developers targeting Microsoft 365 and beyond, delivering a substantial set of enhancements in version 0.27. This release is not just another incremental change—it’s a reflection of Microsoft’s deepening commitment to empowering...

Integrating artificial intelligence systems with real-time data and tools remains a cornerstone challenge for both independent developers and enterprise teams. The Tavily MCP Server emerges as a solution bridging this gap, leveraging the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to allow AI models to search...

If you’ve ever been elbow-deep in spaghetti code, cursing the data gods for making even the simplest AI integrations feel like trying to plug a PS/2 mouse into a modern MacBook, then you might want to sit down (with a strong beverage): enter the Model Context Protocol, or MCP for short. It’s not...

For any network engineer who’s ever dreamed of wrangling their AI assistant into actually doing something useful—beyond generating witty out-of-office messages—Versa’s new MCP Server might finally spell the end of dashboard-induced carpal tunnel and the era of contextless bot banter. Versa, the...

Pydantic, long a stalwart of fastidious data validation in Python, has dropped a bombshell into the world of AI agent infrastructure—a sandboxed, open-source Python execution server built atop the Model Context Protocol (MCP). If those acronyms sound like the plot twist in a Christopher Nolan...

What’s happening: AI developers are adopting a new standard called the Model Context Protocol (MCP), which makes it much easier for chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude to securely and efficiently access and interact with everyday apps and data sources. Why it matters: Faster, more direct AI...

How to Configure MCP Server on Windows 11 Using Claude: A Detailed Guide The ability to integrate AI systems and tools seamlessly has become a paramount requirement for developers and IT professionals. One of the newest breakthroughs in this space is the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open...

GitHub’s latest announcement is ushering in a new era of AI-driven coding assistance that may well transform how Windows developers work in Visual Studio Code. The popular developer platform is rolling out major upgrades to GitHub Copilot, integrating advanced features such as Agent Mode and the...

The latest update in Microsoft Copilot Studio for March 2025 delivers an impressive suite of features that push the boundaries of what enterprise-grade AI can achieve. Microsoft is clearly paving the way for more intuitive, proactive, and deeply integrated automation across business processes...

Microsoft's recent announcement marks another pivotal moment in the evolution of AI agent interoperability. In a bold move to simplify multi-agent workflows, Microsoft is integrating Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) into its Azure AI Foundry. This integration supports cross-vendor...