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Agent Protocol

Reviewed 20 March 2026 Canonical definition

An agent protocol is a standardised interface that defines how agents communicate, exchange tasks, report status, and share results. Examples include A2A and MCP. Protocols reduce integration friction and enable interoperability.

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