APIs Can’t Do This: MCP Just Changed the GAME

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In this in-depth conversation, Anand breaks down the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a game-changing framework for enabling intelligent, intent-based communication between AI agents and tools. Using a practical airline chatbot example, he shows how MCP streamlines task execution by abstracting the technical complexity behind API calls. The discussion also explores the critical lifecycle of AI model security: from model validation and runtime protection to enterprise-level governance and the rise of sovereign AI. If you're building or deploying AI systems, this video is a must-watch.

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0:00 - What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)? // MCP explained
01:29 - Difference between MCP and API
02:55 - Agentic AI and cybersecurity
05:21 - Security for MCP and AI
06:20 - AI in the data centers // Conclusion

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