The MCP protocol is emerging as a crucial link connecting AI agents to the real world and to each other. Developed by Anthropic and adopted by prominent companies like OpenAI and Google, MCP acts as a common language among AI systems. Several projects are leveraging this protocol, aiming to enhance AI interactions across various platforms. ...
Virgin Atlantic has begun testing an AI agent named Operator to enhance its website’s flight booking process. Announced by OpenAI, Operator utilizes a model that understands web interfaces, aiding in customer interactions and potential website improvements. Early results show promise as the AI navigates the booking flow, retrieves information, and offers feedback on user experience. ...
The tech world is buzzing with exciting new AI developments that software developers should be aware of. Docker is set to launch its MCP Catalog, featuring over 100 verified tools for developers. Solo.io introduces Agent Gateway and Agent Mesh, enhancing communication among AI agents. AWS has unveiled the SWE-PolyBench for evaluating AI coding abilities across ...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the role of software engineers, according to experts like Sarah Friar from OpenAI. The company’s new AI agent, A-SWE, is designed to build apps autonomously, handling tasks that many engineers find tedious, such as quality assurance and documentation. While some believe this advancement poses a threat to job security, others ...
Welcome to the latest edition of Tales from the Jar Side, the Kousen IT newsletter. In this week’s issue, Ken shares insights from his “Managing Your Manager” course and reflects on the evolution of book signing in the digital age. He explores the concept of digital signatures and their role in securing online communications, particularly ...
MCP, or the Model Context Protocol, is gaining attention in the AI industry as a new standard for integrating tools. Recently, OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, confirmed full support for MCP, signaling its increasing importance. Developed by Anthropic, MCP acts like a universal connector, allowing AI models to access data and tools more effectively. However, it ...
OpenAI has released a comprehensive guide, “A Practical Guide to Building Agents,” aimed at engineering and product teams that want to implement autonomous AI systems. This guide highlights the capabilities of agents, which are self-sufficient systems that can handle complex tasks with minimal human intervention. It outlines essential components for building agents, suitable use cases, ...
OpenAI has released a comprehensive guide called “A Practical Guide to Building Agents,” designed for engineering and product teams interested in creating autonomous AI systems. The guide explains what agents are—advanced systems that can perform multi-step tasks with little human input. It outlines when to use agents, such as for complex decisions or managing unstructured ...
AI agents are increasingly becoming part of our daily routines, handling tasks like email management, scheduling, and coding. With innovations like OpenAI’s Agent SDK and LangChain, deploying these agents has never been easier. The ideal outcome is to free up time by automating mundane tasks and enhancing productivity. However, we must remember that just because ...
Stay updated with free insights by subscribing to the Artificial Intelligence myFT Digest, sent directly to your inbox. Recently, major players like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic have made significant advances in AI coding capabilities, indicating that AI could soon surpass human programmers. OpenAI unveiled new models, including GPT-4.1, designed to tackle coding tasks more effectively. ...
