CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index Connector for AI agents.
8 live capabilities
Get real-time Bitcoin valuation and global currency prices instantly.
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Why people use CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index for Real-Time Crypto Valuation
This Connector puts that whole process into a single chat. Your agent pulls the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index directly, giving you the price in USD, GBP, or EUR instantly. You get one source of truth without the tab-switching fatigue.
What Vinkius changes
You get reliable, real-time Bitcoin valuation data through a simple conversation.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Portfolio Audit
An investor asks their agent to show their Bitcoin holdings in GBP, and the agent uses get_bitcoin_price_gbp to provide an instant conversion.
- Real-world use case 02
Market Research
A writer needs to know which currencies are supported for a report and asks the agent to list them using list_supported_currencies.
- Real-world use case 03
App Development
A developer wants to know the latest update time for their UI and uses get_latest_update_time to show a last updated badge.
Complete set · 8capabilities
The complete CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index.
- 01 Capability
Get bitcoin price gbp
Get the current Bitcoin price in GBP. This is the go-to for UK-based market analysis.
- 02 Capability
Get bitcoin price usd
Get the current Bitcoin price in USD. This provides the standard benchmark for most global trading.
- 03 Capability
List supported currencies
List supported fiat currencies for Bitcoin tracking. This is the best way to check if a specific currency is available.
- 04 Capability
Get bitcoin price eur
Get the current Bitcoin price in EUR. Use this for quick European market checks.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index.
- 05 Capability
Get bitcoin price global
Get the current Bitcoin price for globally recognized currencies. This gives you a quick snapshot of the market.
- 06 Capability
Get bitcoin price custom
Get the current Bitcoin price in a specific local currency like BRL or JPY. This helps you see the value in a local context.
- 07 Capability
Get coindesk disclaimer
Get the official CoinDesk terms and disclaimer. This ensures you have the right legal context for the data.
- 08 Capability
Get latest update time
Get the exact UTC timestamp of the last Bitcoin trade analyzed. This lets you know exactly how fresh the data is.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coindesk-bitcoin-price-index": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, help me...". 8 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coindesk-bitcoin-price-index": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
Ask Copilot: "Using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, help me...". 8 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coindesk-bitcoin-price-index": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
Open Cascade and ask: "Using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, help me...". 8 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coindesk-bitcoin-price-index": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
Ask Cline: "Using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, help me...". 8 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add coindesk-bitcoin-price-index --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ExvdkFJzb5KD2oLgzlCwxXSvUAui0SZ9pbrys94H/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index
Ask Claude: "Using CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work CoinDesk can move forward.
This is for crypto professionals and developers who need accurate, real-time valuation data without the hassle of manual tracking or managing complex API keys.
Crypto Portfolio Manager
Tracking daily gains across different global markets to report to clients without switching tabs.
Fintech Developer
Building a crypto-aware app that needs a reliable price feed without managing complex keys.
Market Researcher
Pulling reliable BPI data for reports and market research to keep up with Bitcoin valuation trends.
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Before you connect
Questions about CoinDesk.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
How does the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index MCP get its data?
It pulls directly from the official CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index, which is a trusted industry standard for Bitcoin valuation.
Can I use this to see Bitcoin prices in my local currency?
Yes, the Connector supports a wide variety of global fiat currencies. You can ask your agent to check specific codes like BRL, JPY, or CNY.
Is there an API key required for the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index MCP?
No, this Connector provides public access to the price index, so you can start using it immediately without setting up extra credentials.
Does the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index MCP update in real-time?
The index provides frequent updates. Your agent can even check the exact UTC timestamp of the last trade analysis to ensure you're seeing the latest data.
Can this Connector help with crypto portfolio tracking?
Absolutely. You can ask your agent to convert your Bitcoin holdings into GBP, EUR, or USD instantly using the live price index.
What is the main benefit of using this over a standard search?
It removes the need to navigate websites or copy-paste numbers. Your agent does the fetching for you, providing a clean, conversational way to get accurate data.
Can I get the current price of Bitcoin in EUR?
Yes! Use the get_bitcoin_price_global capability. The response will include the current rate for USD, GBP, and EUR as provided by the CoinDesk index.
How often is the BPI updated?
The Bitcoin Price Index (BPI) is updated every minute to reflect real-time market changes across global exchanges.
Which currencies are supported by CoinDesk?
CoinDesk supports dozens of global currencies. Use the list_supported_currencies capability to see the full list of ISO codes and names supported by the index.
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