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Microsoft made the agent runtime free while keeping the surrounding tools and services paid. The move lowers the barrier for developers to build and test autonomous agents without upfront costs. The runtime handles core orchestration, but enterprises still pay for hosting, monitoring, and enterprise-grade features. This strategy mirrors a classic open-core model where the engine is free and the platform generates revenue.
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