Anthropic Launches MCP Extension Turning Claude Into App-Integrated Operating System

Jan 26, 2026
The Verge
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Summary

Anthropic launches MCP extension that transforms Claude into an app-integrated operating system, allowing users to directly control Slack, Canva, Figma, and Asana within the chatbot interface instead of just receiving text responses.

Key Points

  • Anthropic launches new MCP extension allowing Claude users to interact with apps like Slack, Canva, Figma, and Asana directly within the chatbot interface
  • Users can now draft and send Slack messages, customize Canva presentations, and manage projects visually inside Claude rather than just receiving text responses
  • The integration transforms Claude into more of an operating system with embedded mini-apps, similar to WeChat's everything app approach, with Salesforce tools coming soon

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