Hard Fork AI AI in Action: Claude Now Taps Into Your Favorite Apps
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May 31, 2025 Discover how Claude has leveled up by integrating with popular apps like Atlassian and Zapier. These enhancements allow for seamless automation and workflow improvements. Learn about a new research tool designed to produce detailed reports complete with citations, while also addressing ongoing concerns about accuracy in AI-generated content. Tune in for insights into the future of AI and its real-world applications!
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Claude Integrates with Real Apps
- Anthropic's Claude now integrates directly with many apps, signaling future AI agents' ability to operate in real-world workflows.
- This connectivity expands AI capabilities beyond text chat into automation and transactions across multiple platforms.
MCP Protocol Expands AI Tools
- Claude's MCP protocol enables connection to diverse tools, boosting AI's understanding of projects and organizational context.
- Integrations with Atlassian, Zapier, Cloudflare, Intercom, Square, and PayPal allow Claude to perform complex tasks including payments and automation.
Demo: Claude Checks Calendar
- A demo showed Claude accessing a calendar via Zapier after user permission to provide meeting details.
- It even researched attendees on the internet, illustrating Claude's advanced, permission-based integration capabilities.