Accenture has made a strategic investment in OPAQUE, a confidential AI platform designed to enable enterprises to harness AI while maintaining data security, privacy, and compliance.
Empowering AI with Secure, Encrypted Data
OPAQUE’s innovative platform allows organizations to run large-scale AI workloads in cloud environments while ensuring data remains encrypted. This investment, executed through Accenture Ventures, reflects Accenture’s dedication to advancing AI adoption while addressing critical concerns around data sovereignty and governance.
Bridging the AI Data Gap
A recent survey conducted by Accenture among 2,300 business leaders revealed that 97% view generative AI as a transformative technology. However, nearly half (48%) admitted they lack the high-quality data necessary to operationalize AI initiatives effectively. By integrating OPAQUE’s technology into Accenture’s AI Refinery and Trusted Data Services, businesses can now leverage AI innovations with enhanced security and compliance.
Scaling AI Without Compromising Security
OPAQUE’s platform eliminates traditional barriers to AI adoption, allowing enterprises to work with sensitive data without exposure risks. The technology facilitates AI-driven insights, autonomous decision-making, and advanced customer intelligence while ensuring full compliance with global data regulations.
Building Trust in AI-Powered Solutions
“AI is only as powerful as the data it learns from,” said Teresa Tung, Global Lead of Data Capability at Accenture. “OPAQUE enables AI agents to operate within confidential environments while upholding data integrity, compliance, and trust.”
Unlocking the Full Potential of Enterprise AI
Through this collaboration, Accenture and OPAQUE seek to help enterprises maximize the value of their most sensitive data. Businesses can now deploy AI models that function securely in private environments, enabling seamless execution of complex workflows while maintaining regulatory assurance.
OPAQUE will also join Accenture Ventures’ Project Spotlight, an accelerator program aimed at supporting data and AI startups. This initiative will provide OPAQUE with access to Accenture’s enterprise network, driving further advancements in confidential AI solutions.
The Future of AI: Privacy, Trust, and Innovation
“The next era of AI will be built on a foundation of privacy and trust,” stated Tom Lounibos, Global Lead at Accenture Ventures. “Our investment in OPAQUE aligns with our vision of responsible AI innovation, helping businesses harness the full power of AI without jeopardizing data security.”
As AI adoption accelerates, investments in confidential AI solutions like OPAQUE will play a critical role in ensuring enterprises can scale AI safely and effectively.
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