https://www.infoq.com InfoQ Azure Functions feed https://www.infoq.com/news/2026/01/azure-functions-mcp-support/?utm_campaign=infoq_content&utm_source=infoq&utm_medium=feed&utm_term=Azure+Functions <img src="https://res.infoq.com/news/2026/01/azure-functions-mcp-support/en/headerimage/generatedHeaderImage-1768398271164.jpg"/><p>Microsoft has launched its Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Azure Functions, ensuring secure, standardized workflows for AI agents. With built-in OBO authentication and streamable HTTP transport, it addresses key security concerns. Now supporting multiple languages and self-hosting, MCP empowers developers to deploy with ease while safeguarding sensitive data.</p> <i>By Steef-Jan Wiggers</i> Model Context Protocol (MCP) FaaS Agents Microsoft Security Azure Azure Functions Cloud DevOps Development Architecture & Design news Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:25:00 GMT https://www.infoq.com/news/2026/01/azure-functions-mcp-support/?utm_campaign=infoq_content&utm_source=infoq&utm_medium=feed&utm_term=Azure+Functions Steef-Jan Wiggers 2026-01-19T10:25:00Z /news/2026/01/azure-functions-mcp-support/en