The MCP Registry service serves as a centralized repository for managing and discovering various MCP (Model Context Protocol) server implementations. It includes metadata, configurations, and capabilities of different servers, which facilitates easier implementation and usage of MCPs. Recent discussions hint at movements within the community, suggesting a dynamic development landscape. Furthermore, the decision by Mintlify to start and subsequently shut down its MCP service raises questions about the challenges and focus areas for startups in this space. This highlights the ongoing debate about the necessity of MCP in favor of simpler solutions, like function calling.