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Azure API Management Adds Dedicated AI Gateway Tier, Governing Models and MCP Tools
Microsoft’s Azure API Management now offers a dedicated AI Gateway tier, simplifying access to leading AI platforms like Foundry, Bedrock, Vertex AI, and OpenAI through a unified endpoint. This innovative tier shifts the control plane away from traditional APIs, utilizing models and MCP tools for enhanced management. Architects are already recognizing the value of this consolidation, though questions around governance remain. Discover more about navigating the skills needed for effective AI integration—as explored in our article, "Top 10 Skills for Claude Code and Codex CLI."
Microsoft Agent Framework Harness and Hosted Agents Reach General Availability
Microsoft's Agent Framework achieves General Availability, marking a significant shift from SDK-based development to a governed runtime platform. Build 2026 introduced the Agent Harness alongside key connectors and orchestration patterns, now stabilized and ready for production use. Foundry Hosted Agents also reach GA, streamlining deployment. This evolution empowers developers to confidently build and run AI agents, moving beyond experimentation toward practical application. For Java and Kotlin developers exploring agent frameworks, the Embabel Agent Framework’s recent 1.0 release offers a valuable perspective.