Crypto News MCP Server
@kukapay
An MCP server that provides real-time cryptocurrency news sourced from NewsData for AI agents.
Overview
What is Crypto News MCP Server?
Crypto News MCP Server provides real-time cryptocurrency news sourced from NewsData for AI agents. It is designed for developers using MCP-compatible clients who need up-to-date crypto news headlines and search capabilities.
How to use Crypto News MCP Server?
Install via Smithery (npx -y @smithery/cli install @kukapay/crypto-news-mcp --client claude) or clone the repository, install dependencies (pip install mcp[cli] httpx python-dotenv), and configure the server with your NewsData API key. Use the provided tools and prompt in any MCP client.
Key features of Crypto News MCP Server
- Tool: get_latest_news – Fetches recent cryptocurrency news headlines.
- Tool: get_crypto_news – Searches news by keyword with pagination support.
- Prompt: summarize_news – Generates a prompt to summarize news for a topic.
- Integrates with NewsData.io API for real-time data.
- Easy installation via Smithery or manual setup.
Use cases of Crypto News MCP Server
- Fetch the latest cryptocurrency headlines for market analysis.
- Search for news about a specific coin (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
- Generate structured prompts for AI agents to summarize crypto news.
- Integrate real-time news feeds into trading bots or dashboards.
- Support research with paginated search results across multiple pages.
FAQ from Crypto News MCP Server
Do I need an API key to use Crypto News MCP Server?
Yes, you need a free NewsData.io API key. Register at newsdata.io and set it as the environment variable NEWS_API_KEY.
How can I install Crypto News MCP Server?
You can install it automatically via Smithery (npx -y @smithery/cli install @kukapay/crypto-news-mcp --client claude) or manually by cloning the repository and configuring it in your MCP client.
What tools does Crypto News MCP Server provide?
It provides two tools: get_latest_news (fetch headlines) and get_crypto_news (search with pagination), plus one prompt named summarize_news.
What are the system requirements?
Python 3.10 or higher, Git, and a NewsData.io API key. Dependencies include mcp[cli], httpx, and python-dotenv.
