LiveDataLink
@blackboxfoundry
LiveDataLink is a hosted MCP server giving AI agents 182 real-time data tools across 36 domains through a single Streamable HTTP endpoint. Coverage includes sanctions screening (OFAC + UN + EU + BIS DPL first-party indexed), SEC EDGAR, federal courts plus Caselaw Access Project,
Overview
What is LiveDataLink?
LiveDataLink is a hosted MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that gives AI agents access to government, market, regulatory, and risk data through a single Streamable HTTP endpoint. It provides 62 tools across 14 domains with one API key and one monthly bill. It is built and operated by Blackbox Foundry LLC.
How to use LiveDataLink?
Get an API key from livedatalink.ai (free tier available with no credit card), then add the server to your MCP client’s mcpServers config with the URL https://livedatalink.ai/mcp and your bearer token. You can also test it with a curl command.
Key features of LiveDataLink
- 62 production tools across 14 live domains
- Single API key and single invoice
- Free tier (100 queries/month, no card required)
- Free discovery tool
search_available_datasets(no credit consumption) - Streamable HTTP transport, open MCP protocol
- Predictable overage rate ($0.01/query) on paid plans
Use cases of LiveDataLink
- Get real-time stock quotes, options chains, and fundamentals
- Screen individuals or entities against OFAC, EU, UN, and BIS sanctions lists
- Look up DOT/MC carrier safety scores and authority from FMCSA
- Retrieve property owner, value, and history records for Texas counties
- Fetch current weather, forecast, and air quality index for any location
FAQ from LiveDataLink
How do I get an API key?
Sign up at the LiveDataLink website. For the free tier (100 queries/month, no card) use the free signup link; paid plans are available via Stripe. Your API key is emailed within seconds.
What domains are covered?
Finance/Stocks, Crypto, Trucking/FMCSA, Property Records, Weather/Air Quality, Vehicles, Sanctions/KYC, Disasters/Risk, Federal Courts, Cybersecurity, Education/Colleges, Logistics/Local, and a Catalog/Discovery tool.
What is the discovery tool and is it free?
search_available_datasets queries the live catalog and does not consume your monthly query credits. It is free for all tiers and logs unmet demand to drive the build roadmap.
Is there a free tier?
Yes. The Free tier costs $0 and includes 100 queries per month with a rate limit of 5 requests per minute. No credit card is required.
What are the overage costs?
On the Starter and Pro plans, overages are billed at $0.01 per additional query. The Free tier has a hard cap with no overage.
