# KnowFirst MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > KnowFirst lets you query real-time data intelligence to profile companies, audit behavioral signals, and track market trends. It connects your AI agent to a massive database of entity profiles, allowing you to map hidden networks and verify data sources instantly. ## Overview - **Category:** data-analytics - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Z8CnF1wqoqO8iCc95lAlpYrJbPlvPqIzGKFv0tW2/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** entity-profiling, market-intelligence, signal-tracking, institutional-research, data-intelligence ## Description KnowFirst connects your AI agent to a real-time data intelligence engine for deep entity profiling and market analysis. Instead of jumping between different research tabs to piece together a company's history, you can ask your agent to pull together a full picture of a business or individual in one go. You can see how a company's behavior has shifted over time by auditing specific signals or look at broader market trends in categories like finance or tech. It even helps you map out the web of connections between different entities to find hidden dependencies. Because it shows where the data comes from, you can trust the research your agent produces. Finding these insights is much faster when you use it through the Vinkius catalog, where it sits alongside other high-quality data tools. ## Tools ### search_intelligence_entities Search for specific entities in the database. This returns unique IDs to help you find the right subjects. ### get_entity_profile Get a complete intelligence profile for an entity. This provides a full overview of a company or person. ### list_intelligence_sources List all data sources used by KnowFirst. This shows the variety of sources like news, social signals, and public records. ### query_custom_intelligence Execute a custom intelligence query using JSON parameters. This is useful for specific, targeted data requests. ### audit_entity_changes Audit historical changes for an entity. Use this to see how a company's profile has evolved over time. ### list_entity_data_points List raw data points for an entity. This helps you see the specific pieces of information that make up a profile. ### get_market_intelligence_trends Get current market trends by category. Use this to see what is happening in sectors like tech or finance. ### search_data_sources Search for specific data sources. This helps you understand the origins of the intelligence you are viewing. ### get_entity_connections Graph the connections of an entity. This reveals the web of relationships between different organizations. ### check_knowfirst_api_status Check the status of the KnowFirst API. Use this to ensure your connection is active and healthy. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Research Acme Corp in KnowFirst ``` **Response:** ``` ### Acme Corp Profile - **Entity ID:** ent_123 - **Confidence Score:** 98% - **Recent Activity:** Expansion into European markets. - **Sentiment Trend:** Positive news flow. Would you like to see their connections or audit their history? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the connections for entity 'ent_123' ``` **Response:** ``` ### Relationship Map for ent_123 I've mapped the following connections: - **Parent Companies:** 3 identified - **Strategic Partners:** 5 identified - **Key Nodes:** Highlighted for review. Would you like to see the profile for any of these specific partners? ``` **Prompt:** ``` What are the trending signals in the 'Fintech' category? ``` **Response:** ``` ### Fintech Market Trends - **Surge:** Regulatory Change signals are up 24%. - **Decline:** Early-stage Funding reports are down 12%. - **Concentration:** High activity in **US** and **Brazil**. Let me know if you want to see the data sources for these trends. ``` ## Capabilities ### Profile companies and individuals Get deep intelligence data on specific entities quickly. ### Audit historical changes Track how an entity's behavior or signals have shifted over time. ### Track market trends See what is moving the needle in categories like finance or tech. ### Map entity connections Visualize the network of relationships between different companies. ### Verify data sources Check the specific sources providing the information for your research. ### List raw data points Access the underlying data points for a specific entity. ## Use Cases ### Mapping a competitor's network An analyst asks their agent to use get_entity_connections to see who a competitor is partnered with and who owns them. ### Detecting shifts in company behavior A risk manager uses audit_entity_changes to find if a supplier's behavior has changed significantly over the last six months. ### Identifying sector-wide trends A researcher uses get_market_intelligence_trends to see what is happening in the Fintech space across the US and Brazil. ### Verifying data origins A journalist uses list_intelligence_sources to check which public records or news signals were used to build a profile. ## Benefits - You can see hidden connections between companies using get_entity_connections to find strategic partners or parent companies. - You can spot behavioral shifts faster by using audit_entity_changes to track how a specific entity has changed over time. - You can verify your research by using list_intelligence_sources to see exactly where the data is coming from. - You can skip manual category research by using get_market_intelligence_trends to see what is happening in tech or finance. - You can get a full picture of any company instantly with get_entity_profile instead of searching through multiple websites. ## How It Works The bottom line is that you get instant access to deep corporate and market intelligence without the manual research grind. 1. Get your KnowFirst API key from your dashboard. 2. Configure the key in this Connector within your AI client. 3. Start extracting data intelligence using natural language commands. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What is KnowFirst MCP for?** It gives your AI agent access to real-time corporate intelligence, entity profiling, and market trends. You can use it to research companies, map out business networks, and find market signals. **Can I use KnowFirst for market research?** Yes, it's designed for that. It tracks trends in specific categories like finance and tech so you can see what's moving in those sectors. **How does it map connections between companies?** It graphs the relationships between different entities, helping you find hidden dependencies, parent companies, and strategic partners in a network. **Can it show me historical data for an entity?** Yes, it can audit historical changes for a specific entity, allowing you to see how its behavior or profile has shifted over time. **Is the data in KnowFirst verified?** Yes, the Connector includes source transparency. You can check the specific data sources used for your research to ensure the information is reliable. **What categories of market trends can I track?** You can get trends for a variety of categories, including tech, finance, and more, depending on what is available in the intelligence database. **How do I find an Entity ID?** Use the `search_intelligence_entities` tool with the name of the company or person. It will return a list of matches with their IDs. **What kind of signals does KnowFirst track?** KnowFirst tracks financial events, leadership changes, social media mentions, news sentiment, and operational shifts. **Can I query raw data points?** Yes, use the `list_entity_data_points` tool to see the underlying observations recorded for any entity.