How does caching work?

A 1-hour cache is implemented to reduce redundant RSS requests; cached results are served within that period.

Can I use the server without Claude Desktop?

Yes, the server runs as a standalone MCP server and can be used with any MCP-compatible client.

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Cointelegraph MCP Server

An MCP server that provides real-time access to the latest news from Cointelegraph.

Local serverstdioPython

What is the Cointelegraph MCP Server?

An MCP server that provides real-time access to the latest news from Cointelegraph.

What you get

RSS Feed Integration — Aggregates news from 17 Cointelegraph RSS feeds, covering categories like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Regulation, and more
get_rss_categories: Lists all available RSS feed categories
get_latest_news: Retrieves the latest articles from a specified category, with customizable result count and summary length
Markdown Summaries — Converts HTML article summaries to Markdown
Caching — Implements a 1-hour cache to reduce redundant RSS requests
Claude Desktop Compatible — Integrates seamlessly with Claude Desktop for AI-driven news queries

Configuration and credentials

Python 3.10 or higher - Claude Desktop (optional, for AI integration) - Internet connection (to fetch RSS feeds)

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
get_rss_categories
get_latest_news

How to install the Cointelegraph MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cointelegraph": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["mcl"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Python 3.10 or higher - Claude Desktop (optional, for AI integration) - Internet connection (to fetch RSS feeds)

Example prompts to try

“Use Cointelegraph to get rss categories.”
“Use Cointelegraph to get latest news.”

Frequently asked questions

Python 3.10 or higher, an internet connection, and optionally Claude Desktop for AI integration.

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