Microsoft Azure

Azure API Management

Azure API Management is an advanced platform designed to simplify API delivery by securing, scaling, and monitoring APIs across various environments. It serves as a trusted enterprise-ready gateway while also functioning as an AI gateway for all endpoints. The service includes MCP enablement for every API and maintains a central catalog for both traditional and AI APIs, supporting federated API management with enterprise-grade security and threat protection capabilities.

You should choose this service when you need a comprehensive solution for managing diverse API types, including AI endpoints, within a secure enterprise framework. Be aware that there is no free tier available for this service. The pricing model operates on a pay-as-you-go basis, meaning costs will accrue based on usage without any initial free allowance to offset early development expenses.