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SINGAPORE, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda today announced the open-source release of its API Agent, a universal Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to help developers connect MCP clients to GraphQL and REST services using natural language, without building separate integrations for each service.
Operating a large-scale travel platform requires coordinating hundreds of internal services, each with its own schema and interface. While MCP has made it easier to connect language models to external systems, Agoda teams have made it even simpler to manage dozens of services without individual MCP servers for each initiative with its new, open-source API Agent.
API Agent enables developers to configure a target service, ask questions in natural language, and receive structured results. The server automatically inspects schemas, generates the required queries, and executes them without custom integration code or manual mapping.
To support more advanced queries, API Agent includes SQL-based post-processing using DuckDB, enabling sorting, aggregation, and joins even when underlying services do not natively support these operations.
Idan Zalzberg, Chief Technology Officer at Agoda, said, "Many teams want to unlock internal tools for AI, but writing MCPs for each one is a major effort. API Agent takes a novel, zero-effort approach to that transformation, and to our knowledge, is the first of its kind. We've open-sourced it in the hope that others can benefit from the same value we've seen."
The API Agent is available now as open source at github.com/agoda-com/api-agent. API Agent joins Agoda's growing portfolio of open-source projects, including macOS virtualization kubelet, a tool for managing macOS infrastructure at scale.
SINGAPORE, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda today announced the open-source release of its API Agent, a universal Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to help developers connect MCP clients to GraphQL and REST services using natural language, without building separate integrations for each service.
Operating a large-scale travel platform requires coordinating hundreds of internal services, each with its own schema and interface. While MCP has made it easier to connect language models to external systems, Agoda teams have made it even simpler to manage dozens of services without individual MCP servers for each initiative with its new, open-source API Agent.
API Agent enables developers to configure a target service, ask questions in natural language, and receive structured results. The server automatically inspects schemas, generates the required queries, and executes them without custom integration code or manual mapping.
To support more advanced queries, API Agent includes SQL-based post-processing using DuckDB, enabling sorting, aggregation, and joins even when underlying services do not natively support these operations.
Idan Zalzberg, Chief Technology Officer at Agoda, said, "Many teams want to unlock internal tools for AI, but writing MCPs for each one is a major effort. API Agent takes a novel, zero-effort approach to that transformation, and to our knowledge, is the first of its kind. We've open-sourced it in the hope that others can benefit from the same value we've seen."
The API Agent is available now as open source at github.com/agoda-com/api-agent. API Agent joins Agoda's growing portfolio of open-source projects, including macOS virtualization kubelet, a tool for managing macOS infrastructure at scale.
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Agoda Launches Open-Source API Agent to Simplify MCP Server Integrations
Agoda Launches Open-Source API Agent to Simplify MCP Server Integrations
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Designed to Fulfill Daily Business and Education Needs with Flexible Throw Ratio Options and Resolution Choices
BREA, Calif., Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, introduced the LSD400 Series, featuring two new 4,000 ANSI Lumens laser projectors—LSD400W—as practical and reliable additions to its Luminous Superior Series (LS Series). Equipped with high-efficiency laser light sources, these models deliver high brightness with lower 49% of power consumption, reducing the total cost of ownership, which is ideal for large-scale deployments in business and educational environments.
"ViewSonic is advancing sustainable projection with lamp-free technology, which now makes up 70% of our lineup and delivers eco-friendly and low-maintenance solutions," said Dean Tsai, General Manager of Projector & LED Display Business Unit at ViewSonic. "Building on our recent 9-fold sales growth in the 5,000+ ANSI Lumens lamp-free segment, we're committed to expanding our portfolio with the new 4,000 ANSI Lumens models that combine performance and accessibility to provide long-term value and meet evolving professional demands."
Laser-Powered Brightness with Environmental Efficiency
Featuring the advanced 3rd gen laser phosphor technology, the LSD400 Series delivers enhanced brightness and luminous efficiency, meanwhile consumes up to 49% less power than comparable lamp-based models, helping reduce energy costs in everyday operation.
Its 30,000-hour lifespan eliminates the need for regular lamp replacements in traditional solutions, which require up to five light bulb replacements to match the same usage time. This significantly reduces maintenance, minimizes resource waste, and eliminates the risk of mercury pollution. Its lower operating temperature also results in quieter fan operation, enhancing the overall audiovisual experience.
Reliable Visual Quality and Deployment Flexibility
Designed for versatile installation, the series features 360° projection, H/V keystone correction, and 4-corner adjustment. This allows placement from various angles to suit different room layouts without distorting the image. While the series can project visuals up to 300 inches, the short-throw model can produce a 100-inch image from just 1.1 meters in compact environments.
Powered by DLP technology, the LSD400 Series delivers consistent brightness and color performance over time without yellowing, making it ideal for meeting rooms and classrooms where clear, reliable visuals are essential. This performance is equally important for immersive applications, such as golf simulators, where the dedicated Golf Mode enhances color vibrancy to produce realistic, lifelike visuals. Its sealed, filter-free engine prevents dust from entering internal components, ensuring long-term performance with minimal maintenance. For large-scale deployments, LAN control with Crestron certification and compatibility with other third-party control systems simplifies centralized device management, allowing IT teams to efficiently manage multiple rooms and locations.
About ViewSonic
Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Brea, California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions for the education, business, and consumer markets, with a presence in over 100 countries. The company delivers a unified ecosystem of hardware, software, and services with seamless integration. Its product portfolio includes monitors, projectors, interactive displays, LED displays, commercial displays, video conferencing systems, and industrial solutions. Complementing its hardware is a robust suite of software offerings—including myViewBoard, ClassSwift, TeamOne, Manager, and AirSync—featuring AI-powered tools for collaboration, device optimization, and management. ViewSonic supports customers at every stage, helping them achieve their goals and create a lasting impact by empowering people everywhere to connect with purpose and See the Difference. Learn more at www.viewsonic.com.
Designed to Fulfill Daily Business and Education Needs with Flexible Throw Ratio Options and Resolution Choices
BREA, Calif., Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, introduced the LSD400 Series, featuring two new 4,000 ANSI Lumens laser projectors—LSD400W—as practical and reliable additions to its Luminous Superior Series (LS Series). Equipped with high-efficiency laser light sources, these models deliver high brightness with lower 49% of power consumption, reducing the total cost of ownership, which is ideal for large-scale deployments in business and educational environments.
"ViewSonic is advancing sustainable projection with lamp-free technology, which now makes up 70% of our lineup and delivers eco-friendly and low-maintenance solutions," said Dean Tsai, General Manager of Projector & LED Display Business Unit at ViewSonic. "Building on our recent 9-fold sales growth in the 5,000+ ANSI Lumens lamp-free segment, we're committed to expanding our portfolio with the new 4,000 ANSI Lumens models that combine performance and accessibility to provide long-term value and meet evolving professional demands."
Laser-Powered Brightness with Environmental Efficiency
Featuring the advanced 3rd gen laser phosphor technology, the LSD400 Series delivers enhanced brightness and luminous efficiency, meanwhile consumes up to 49% less power than comparable lamp-based models, helping reduce energy costs in everyday operation.
Its 30,000-hour lifespan eliminates the need for regular lamp replacements in traditional solutions, which require up to five light bulb replacements to match the same usage time. This significantly reduces maintenance, minimizes resource waste, and eliminates the risk of mercury pollution. Its lower operating temperature also results in quieter fan operation, enhancing the overall audiovisual experience.
Reliable Visual Quality and Deployment Flexibility
Designed for versatile installation, the series features 360° projection, H/V keystone correction, and 4-corner adjustment. This allows placement from various angles to suit different room layouts without distorting the image. While the series can project visuals up to 300 inches, the short-throw model can produce a 100-inch image from just 1.1 meters in compact environments.
Powered by DLP technology, the LSD400 Series delivers consistent brightness and color performance over time without yellowing, making it ideal for meeting rooms and classrooms where clear, reliable visuals are essential. This performance is equally important for immersive applications, such as golf simulators, where the dedicated Golf Mode enhances color vibrancy to produce realistic, lifelike visuals. Its sealed, filter-free engine prevents dust from entering internal components, ensuring long-term performance with minimal maintenance. For large-scale deployments, LAN control with Crestron certification and compatibility with other third-party control systems simplifies centralized device management, allowing IT teams to efficiently manage multiple rooms and locations.
About ViewSonic
Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Brea, California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions for the education, business, and consumer markets, with a presence in over 100 countries. The company delivers a unified ecosystem of hardware, software, and services with seamless integration. Its product portfolio includes monitors, projectors, interactive displays, LED displays, commercial displays, video conferencing systems, and industrial solutions. Complementing its hardware is a robust suite of software offerings—including myViewBoard, ClassSwift, TeamOne, Manager, and AirSync—featuring AI-powered tools for collaboration, device optimization, and management. ViewSonic supports customers at every stage, helping them achieve their goals and create a lasting impact by empowering people everywhere to connect with purpose and See the Difference. Learn more at www.viewsonic.com.
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
ViewSonic Makes Eco-Friendly Projection Accessible with New 4,000-Lumen Models
