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Upwork ships MCP server as AI-freelance demand grows

Upwork ships MCP server as AI-freelance demand grows

Upwork reportedly launched an MCP server for coding agents alongside $191.7 million in revenue and $25.4 million in net income. A reported record $5,230 figure contrasts with reduced full-year guidance of $730 million-$740 million, leaving the effect on typical freelancer earnings and platform growth uncertain.

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Updated Oct 2, 2026