Cortex – local-first encrypted memory for AI agents (Rust, MCP)

Cortex is a local-first, encrypted memory system built in Rust for AI agents, enabling them to persistently store and retrieve context via the Model Context Protocol (MCP) without relying on cloud services. It is designed for developers building privacy-conscious AI applications who need agents to maintain long-term, secure memory across sessions. Its combination of local encryption, Rust performance, and MCP integration makes it interesting for creating trustworthy, offline-capable AI agents that respect user data sovereignty.