# AI-designed proteins for drug discovery & Faster private tool access via MCP - AI News (May 29, 2026)

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Podcast: [The Automated Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-automated-daily-6466996)
Published: 2026-05-29T12:32:51+00:00
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