MCP Apps vs OpenAI Apps SDK: are they competing standards?
Developers building tools for AI chat hosts face a choice between the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Apps and the OpenAI Apps SDK. While seemingly competing, the OpenAI Apps SDK is built upon MCP, utilizing its core functionalities for UI rendering, tool definitions, and security. The primary distinctions lie in OpenAI's specific extensions, such as a dedicated app store for discovery, integrated payment processing, and conversation-aware helpers tailored for ChatGPT users. AI
IMPACT Developers can leverage the MCP standard for broad compatibility, with OpenAI extensions available for specific ChatGPT features like payments and distribution.