OPAQUE Systems, a pioneer in enterprise-grade Confidential AI, has launched its secure AI platform on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace. The platform enables encrypted data processing throughout the entire AI lifecycle—from ingestion to inference—without requiring code rewrites or specialized cryptography expertise. This strategic launch supports growing enterprise needs for security, compliance, and sovereignty in advanced AI and agentic workflows.
Features of OPAQUE’s Confidential AI Platform
1. Confidential AI for Every Phase of Execution
- Before Execution – Cryptographic Attestation:
Verifies each AI agent and workflow with cryptographic integrity checks. Only approved, attested code is allowed to execute. - During Execution – Real-Time Policy Enforcement:
Applies strict access control at runtime using data-in-use encryption, blocking unauthorized or out-of-scope actions. - After Execution – Immutable Auditing:
Utilizes hardware-backed trusted environments to generate tamper-proof, verifiable logs for GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulatory compliance.
2. Enterprise-Grade Security for AI Workflows
- OPAQUE exceeds traditional confidential computing by integrating full-lifecycle data protection.
- Supports agentic AI and LLM workflows with verifiable, cryptographic enforcement of privacy and security.
- Ensures only compliant and approved processes access sensitive data—even during model inference.
3. Built for Real-World Enterprise Use
- Supports Regulated & Sensitive Data:
Enables secure AI without anonymization or masking, preserving full data fidelity for high-accuracy results. - Seamless Developer Experience:
Works out-of-the-box with Python, Spark, Ray, LangChain, and other frameworks—no need for application refactoring. - Streamlined Deployment via Azure Marketplace:
Quick setup directly in enterprise Azure environments, qualifying for Microsoft Azure Cloud Credit and simplifying procurement.
4. Aligned with Microsoft’s Vision for Confidential Computing
- Backed by the Microsoft for Startups Pegasus Program, OPAQUE benefits from strategic support, technical validation, and go-to-market acceleration.
- “OPAQUE empowers enterprises to scale AI securely,” noted Microsoft Azure CTO Mark Russinovich, emphasizing the platform’s alignment with Azure’s commitment to data protection.
Why OPAQUE Matters for the Enterprise
Traditional AI infrastructures struggle to meet the stringent privacy and compliance needs of modern businesses—especially when deploying AI agents capable of autonomous decisions. OPAQUE eliminates this gap by providing:
- End-to-end encrypted AI processing.
- Cryptographically verified workflows.
- Full auditability and compliance built into the infrastructure.
This positions OPAQUE as a vital enabler for enterprises seeking to innovate with AI using proprietary and regulated datasets while minimizing risk.
OPAQUE’s launch on Microsoft Azure Marketplace redefines secure AI deployment for the enterprise. With built-in attestation, policy enforcement, and immutable audit logs, the platform empowers organizations to confidently deploy AI at scale, with unmatched data control and regulatory compliance. As AI grows more powerful and autonomous, OPAQUE ensures it stays trustworthy, secure, and aligned with enterprise governance standards.
