# Blockchain Academics MCP server

> Provides AI agents with cited crypto news, market prices, onchain data, sentiment analysis, and educational blockchain content.

- Repository: https://github.com/blockchainacademics/bca-mcp-python
- Page: https://hostedmcp.org/servers/blockchainacademics/bca-mcp-python
- Transport: —
- Stars: 1
- License: MIT

## Environment variables

| Name | Required | Secret | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| `BCA_API_BASE` | no | no |  |
| `BCA_API_KEY` | no | no |  |

## Tools (8)

- `search_news`
- `get_article`
- `get_entity`
- `list_entity_mentions`
- `list_topics`
- `get_explainer`
- `get_price`
- `get_market_overview`

## FAQ

### Do I need an API key to use this server?

No, you can use a zero-config demo mode with a public key that allows 17 specific tools to work out of the box.

### How can I get more tools and higher rate limits?

You can sign up for a free API key to access 52 tools, or purchase a paid plan to unlock the full catalog including proprietary indicators and research generation.

### Does the server provide financial advice?

No, the tools only return data, analysis, and sources; they do not provide investment or tax recommendations.