Updated 2026-07-12
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Model Context Protocol MCP
An open standard (introduced by Anthropic in 2024) for connecting AI models to external tools and data sources through a common interface ??? a kind of universal adapter so any model can use any compatible tool without custom wiring.
Why it matters to the rights debate
Protocols like MCP are what let agents reach out into the world ??? read files, call services, act. The more capable that reach, the more the "just a chatbot" framing strains.