open protocols

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, open protocols has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Shell Game (Feb 2026). Suggested as a necessary approach for AI agents to ensure interoperability and avoid platform lock-in.

An open standard is a standard that is openly accessible and usable by anyone. It is also a common prerequisite that open standards use an open license that provides for extensibility. Typically, anybody can participate in their development due to their inherently open nature. There is no single definition, and interpretations vary with usage. Examples of open standards include the GSM, 4G, and 5G standards that allow most modern mobile phones to work world-wide.