Everything you need to know to secure your MCP server using OAuth 2.1 and PKCE, server and auth metadata, client registration, JWT validation, and role-based access control.
By creating a central catalog of available servers, the MCP Registry has solved the discovery problem—but that's only half the equation. The real challenge lies in authentication.
42% of companies abandoned most AI initiatives in 2025, up from just 17% in 2024. After analyzing dozens of enterprise deployments, we found 4 patterns that separate winners from the graveyard of abandoned prototypes.
Behind every secure MCP integration is a stack of OAuth standards working in harmony. Learn how they combine to deliver seamless authorization for LLMs.
We added a request-scoped query-cache layer to our API backend (NestJS + TypeORM + CLS) that cut duplicate database reads by ~30%, with zero code changes to individual queries, no stale-data risk, and no cross-request leakage.
Why traditional authentication fails for AI agents and the new identity patterns—from persona shadowing to capability tokens—that will secure our agent-driven future.
A practical guide for AI startups on what it really means to be Enterprise Ready—beyond model performance. Learn what enterprises expect and how to meet those demands without rebuilding your stack.
Get the latest WorkOS context, docs, examples and changelogs where you're already working with the WorkOS MCP docs server.
Learn how identity integration drives adoption, reduces churn, and helps top SaaS companies become indispensable from day one.
Professional knowledge workers use AI tools more efficiently, because they understand how to manage context. Learn the best tactics to uplevel your entire organization.
AI can do a lot on its own, but it still needs your help. Learn why keeping humans in the loop makes AI smarter, safer, and more useful.
From REST APIs to message queues and the Model Context Protocol—discover the building blocks that power system-aware AI.
Step-by-step tutorial on how to add an organization switcher to your app using React and WorkOS.
The humble bearer token, explained—plus tips to use it safely and avoid common mistakes.
New this month: MCP Authorization, update user emails, SAML custom attributes, & more
From helpful assistants to unpredictable actors, AI agents introduce powerful capabilities—and serious security risks. This guide breaks down how to authenticate them, control what they can access, and defend your systems when things go wrong.
A behind-the-scenes look at the core components of an MCP server — from request handling and session orchestration to caching and context stores.
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