Do we need gateways now that MCPs have gone stateless?
wallphaser231 · reddit · 2026-08-16
A Reddit user questions the necessity of gateway infrastructure like Agent Gateway as MCPs move towards a stateless architecture. Previously, such gateways provided governance and security for stateful tool servers. The user seeks clarification on the role of these components in the new ecosystem.
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