How to Use the CB Insights MCP in Cline
Cline fetches live venture intelligence so you can build with current market context.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect CB Insights MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect CB Insights to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Cline builds with live funding stats
Cline calls `get_org_funding` to inject real financial metrics into your code. It ensures your logic reflects the actual market position of your targets. You avoid guessing about company health. The agent fetches the latest filings and updates your project files accordingly.
Analyze deals with Cline
Execute `list_deals_by_org` to see if a company is currently closing rounds. Cline uses this data to write relevant tests or update API integrations. It removes the friction of manual research. You tell the agent what you need and it pulls the data using the provided tools.
Find investors using Cline
Use `list_investors` to identify potential backers based on your project requirements. Cline sorts through the registry to find the right matches. This saves you hours of manual searching. The agent processes the results and keeps the relevant info in your active memory.
Set up CB Insights MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
- 2
Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
cb-insights-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
- 4
Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest CB Insights refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"cb-insights-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by CB Insights. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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