Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard released by Anthropic that enables AI systems to communicate with external data sources and tools through a standardized interface. MCP uses a client-server architecture where hosts connect to servers that expose capabilities like tools, resources, and prompts. The protocol addresses integration challenges by providing dynamic capability discovery and AI-native design, allowing developers to build universal connectors instead of custom integrations for each system. MCP is gaining adoption across industries for software development automation, e-commerce, and regulated sectors, though security concerns and early-stage maturity remain challenges.
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