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Anthropic's Bold Vision: Building the HTTP of AI with Model Context Protocol

Anthropic published a near-term development roadmap for the model context protocol (MCP).

In a strategic move that could reshape the AI landscape, Anthropic has revealed its ambitious plans for the MCP - potentially laying the groundwork for how we'll interact with AI in the years to come.

Just as HTTP revolutionized the web by standardizing how we access and share information, MCP aims to become the universal language for AI interactions.

Anthropic's H1 2025 roadmap reveals a vision that extends far beyond developing individual AI models like Claude. Instead, they're architecting the fundamental infrastructure that could power the next generation of AI interactions.

Here's what makes this approach revolutionary:

1. Building an Open Ecosystem
- Development of an open protocol for standardized AI model interactions
- Inviting other AI providers to shape MCP as an industry standard
- Focus on community-led development and shared governance

2. Enabling Decentralization
- Support for remote MCP connections
- Secure cross-system AI interactions
- Infrastructure for distributed AI systems

3. Scaling for the Future
- Advanced support for hierarchical agent systems
- Preparation for multimodal interactions (text, audio, video)
- Standardized packaging and distribution mechanisms

4. Democratizing Access
- Simplified installation and usage processes
- Creation of a universal server registry
- Open community participation in protocol development

The HTTP Parallel

The comparison to HTTP is particularly apt. Just as HTTP provided the foundational protocol that enabled the modern web to flourish, MCP could serve as the standard protocol for AI interactions. This standardization could:
- Enable seamless communication between different AI systems
- Create a more accessible and interoperable AI ecosystem
- Foster innovation through standardized interfaces

Strategic Implications

This move positions Anthropic not just as an AI company, but as a potential architect of the fundamental infrastructure that could power the future of AI interactions. By focusing on building this foundation, they're taking a long-term view that could significantly influence how AI systems are developed, deployed, and integrated in the years to come.

The success of this initiative could establish MCP as the de facto standard for AI interactions, similar to how HTTP became the backbone of web communications. This would not only benefit the broader AI community but could also cement Anthropic's position as a key player in shaping the future of AI.

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Roadmap - Model Context Protocol

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Anthropic's Bold Vision: Building the HTTP of AI with Model Context Protocol

Anthropic published a near-term development roadmap for the model context protocol (MCP).

In a strategic move that could reshape the AI landscape, Anthropic has revealed its ambitious plans for the MCP - potentially laying the groundwork for how we'll interact with AI in the years to come.

Just as HTTP revolutionized the web by standardizing how we access and share information, MCP aims to become the universal language for AI interactions.

Anthropic's H1 2025 roadmap reveals a vision that extends far beyond developing individual AI models like Claude. Instead, they're architecting the fundamental infrastructure that could power the next generation of AI interactions.

Here's what makes this approach revolutionary:

1. Building an Open Ecosystem
- Development of an open protocol for standardized AI model interactions
- Inviting other AI providers to shape MCP as an industry standard
- Focus on community-led development and shared governance

2. Enabling Decentralization
- Support for remote MCP connections
- Secure cross-system AI interactions
- Infrastructure for distributed AI systems

3. Scaling for the Future
- Advanced support for hierarchical agent systems
- Preparation for multimodal interactions (text, audio, video)
- Standardized packaging and distribution mechanisms

4. Democratizing Access
- Simplified installation and usage processes
- Creation of a universal server registry
- Open community participation in protocol development

The HTTP Parallel

The comparison to HTTP is particularly apt. Just as HTTP provided the foundational protocol that enabled the modern web to flourish, MCP could serve as the standard protocol for AI interactions. This standardization could:
- Enable seamless communication between different AI systems
- Create a more accessible and interoperable AI ecosystem
- Foster innovation through standardized interfaces

Strategic Implications

This move positions Anthropic not just as an AI company, but as a potential architect of the fundamental infrastructure that could power the future of AI interactions. By focusing on building this foundation, they're taking a long-term view that could significantly influence how AI systems are developed, deployed, and integrated in the years to come.

The success of this initiative could establish MCP as the de facto standard for AI interactions, similar to how HTTP became the backbone of web communications. This would not only benefit the broader AI community but could also cement Anthropic's position as a key player in shaping the future of AI.

BY IEEE Siberia