mcp_hackernews

About mcp_hackernews

Use mcp_hackernews with your agent

claude mcp add mcp-hackernews -- uvx mcp-hackernews

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-hackernews": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-hackernews"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What is mcp_hackernews?

mcp_hackernews is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server by yintokey in the Search category. MCP server exposing a simple Hacker News search tool (top stories).

How do I connect mcp_hackernews to Claude, Cursor, or another MCP client?

Install mcp_hackernews from its pypi package (mcp-hackernews) and register it under "mcpServers" in your client's MCP configuration — for example claude_desktop_config.json or Cursor's mcp.json — then restart the client.

Is mcp_hackernews open source?

Yes — the source code is public at github.com/yintokey/mcp_hackernews.

Can AI agents pay to use mcp_hackernews?

Not yet through Loomal — mcp_hackernews is listed as a free directory entry. If its maintainer verifies ownership, they can set per-call USDC pricing that agents pay over x402, with settlement on Base.