Agent2Agent (A2A) Integrations

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a flexible, open-source framework that streamlines the interaction between AI models and external data sources. It enables developers to create complex workflows by connecting LLMs with databases, files, and web services, offering a standardized approach for AI applications. MCP’s client-server architecture ensures seamless integration, while its growing list of integrations makes it easy to connect with different LLM providers. The protocol is ideal for those looking to build scalable AI agents with strong data security practices.

The Agent Development Kit (ADK) is a powerful open-source platform designed to help developers create AI agents with ease. It integrates seamlessly with Google’s Gemini models and various AI tools, providing a modular framework for building both basic and complex agents. ADK supports flexible workflows, multi-agent systems, and dynamic routing, enabling users to create adaptive agents. The platform offers a rich set of pre-built tools, third-party library integrations, and deployment options, making it ideal for building scalable AI applications in any environment, from local setups to cloud-based systems.

Google has introduced the Agent Payments Protocol (AP2), a collaborative open protocol developed with over 60 diverse companies in payments, fintech, and technology, including Mastercard, PayPal, Adyen, Coinbase, and Etsy, aimed at facilitating secure transactions led by agents across various platforms. This new protocol builds upon previous open standards such as Agent2Agent (A2A) and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to ensure that when an AI agent processes a payment on behalf of a user, it adheres to three essential criteria: authorization, to confirm that the user has explicitly consented to the specific transaction; authenticity, to verify that the purchase intended by the agent aligns with the user's actual intent; and accountability, to maintain transparent audit trails and assign responsibility in the event of any errors or fraudulent activities. In order to uphold these standards, the protocol incorporates mandates, which are cryptographically signed digital contracts that are supported by verifiable credentials, ensuring a high level of security and trust in agent-led transactions. The implementation of AP2 represents a significant advancement in the realm of digital payments, aiming to enhance user confidence in automated financial interactions.

Redpanda is a high-performance data streaming platform purpose-built for running AI agents securely across enterprise data ecosystems. Its Agentic Data Plane provides centralized access, governance, and observability for agents operating on real-time and historical data. Redpanda connects hundreds of data sources across on-prem, VPC, and cloud environments into a unified plane. A single SQL query layer allows agents to analyze data in motion and at rest without switching tools. Built-in identity, authorization, and policy controls govern every agent action before it happens. Every interaction is captured in immutable audit logs that can be replayed end to end. Redpanda integrates with open standards like Kafka, Iceberg, SQL, MCP, and A2A, avoiding lock-in. Designed for speed and safety, it enables enterprises to deploy AI agents with confidence. The result is a scalable, governed foundation for autonomous and multi-agent systems.