Acante Announces Partnership with Databricks to Accelerate Data & AI Initiatives, and Unblock Security and Access Governance Obstacles

Data teams are now empowered to confidently adopt Unity Catalog as their primary repository for access governance policies to better deliver secure, compliant and frictionless access to data

April 10, 2024
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Palo Alto, Calif.

Palo Alto, Calif., April 10, 2024 – Acante, the leader in data security and access governance for modern Data + AI stacks, today announced a new partnership with Databricks, the Data and AI company, that will empower customers to accelerate their AI, model building and data analytics initiatives. This new integration will allow joint customers to more easily deliver on data security, access governance, compliance and privacy mandates from their security teams. The solution is designed for extreme ease of onboarding and provides a much lower total cost of ownership compared to home-grown or legacy approaches.

According to Enterprise Storage Group (ESG), most enterprises collect data from more than 50 sources across the modern data stack. The explosive growth of AI initiatives in organizations is matched only by the growing security and privacy concerns around responsible use of the underlying data they are built on. The success of these initiatives has become inextricably linked to the maturing of security and governance of access to data. In fact, the ESG report shows that 46 percent of organizations ranked security concerns as the top challenge to building a modern data platform.

Databricks has empowered more than 10,000 customers worldwide to go from reactive to proactive in extracting value from their data with their data lakehouse platform. With the release of Unity Catalog, Databricks has exposed the necessary telemetry to enable appropriate data governance. With this new integration, Acante’s Data Security Intelligence Platform provides the necessary data security observability, access governance and workflow automations that radically simplify and accelerate how data teams democratize data for their growing Data + AI initiatives.

“Our data and AI teams extensively use Databricks, Kafka, S3, Redshift and other platforms, and creating access governance and guardrails around our users, models and shares is critical to our security model,” said Manish Amde, VP of Data & AI at Earnin, a leading financial services vendor. “Acante is the only solution we have found that aligns with that comprehensive data security vision while increasing productivity of the data teams. “  

“Data is the fuel that powers modern AI and analytics workloads, but organizations rightfully have security concerns around these initiatives,” said Abhishek Das, Co-Founder and VP of Engineering at Acante.  “Integrating Acante’s Data Security Intelligence Platform seamlessly with the Databricks Unity Catalog removes those roadblocks and allows Databricks customers to realize their goal of getting the right data to the right user, at the right time.”

The Acante integration with Databricks is available now. It takes minutes to get going and provides immediate data risk insights across the platform.  Read more about the joint capabilities at acante.ai/databricks.

About Acante

Acante has built the most comprehensive datasecurity observability and access governance solution for modern data and AI infrastructure stacks built around Databricks, S3, ADLS, Snowflake, Redshift, Kafka, Tableau and more. It empowers data platforms teams to confidently and rapidly democratize access to their data without compromising on security and compliance mandates.   Visit www.acante.ai.

Unveiling the Challenge

As our digital footprint expands, so do the challenges of securing our data assets. Acante.ai recognizes the exponential proliferation and constant change in data access patterns, creating blind spots for traditional security approaches.

The Acante.ai Difference

At Acante.ai, our approach to data security marks a paradigm shift in the industry. Unlike traditional security models that often succumb to the static nature of data threats, Acante.ai thrives on dynamism. We believe that true security evolves with the challenges, and that's precisely what sets us apart. The Acante.ai difference lies in our commitment to providing security teams with more than just a shield; we offer a strategic ally that anticipates, adapts, and fortifies against the unpredictable proliferation of data access patterns. Our solution doesn't just keep pace with the digital transformation journey; it propels it forward. But what truly defines the Acante.ai difference goes beyond technology; it's ingrained in our culture. We are a collective of thoughtful, compassionate, and collaborative individuals on a shared mission to disrupt the security industry. With deep expertise from major brands and startups, we've collectively built over 10 startups, resulting in category-creating businesses, acquisitions, and IPOs. Our success is a testament to the collaborative spirit within our team, where every member contributes to shaping our culture and the future of data security. Join Acante.ai, and experience the difference that drives us to redefine the limits of protection in the digital age.

Dynamic Data Security

Explore the cutting-edge realm of dynamic data security with Acante.ai. In an era where the digital landscape is in a perpetual state of flux, Acante.ai's comprehensive approach to data security becomes not just a solution but a strategic imperative. Imagine a security system that not only reacts to the ever-changing data access patterns but anticipates and adapts in real-time. This level of sophistication is what sets Acante.ai apart. Our solution not only seamlessly integrates with the native controls of your data lakes and warehouse ecosystems but also evolves with them. It's not just about protecting your data; it's about empowering it. Acante.ai's dynamic data security solution is not confined by static parameters; it's a living, breathing shield that moves in harmony with the pulse of your data. As businesses navigate the complexities of the modern data landscape, Acante.ai provides not just a safeguard but a strategic ally, ensuring that security is not a hindrance but an enabler of progress.

Conclusion

In a world where data is both a valuable asset and a potential liability, Acante.ai emerges as a beacon of innovation. Join us on this exploration of the future of data security and discover how Acante.ai is empowering organizations to navigate the evolving landscape with confidence.
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“Our data and AI teams extensively use Databricks, Kafka, S3, Redshift and other platforms, and creating access governance and guardrails around our users, models and shares is critical to our security model,” said Manish Amde, VP of Data & AI at Earnin, a leading financial services vendor. “Acante is the only solution we have found that aligns with that comprehensive data security vision while increasing productivity of the data teams. “  

“Data is the fuel that powers modern AI and analytics workloads, but organizations rightfully have security concerns around these initiatives,” said Abhishek Das, Co-Founder and VP of Engineering at Acante.  “Integrating Acante’s Data Security Intelligence Platform seamlessly with the Databricks Unity Catalog removes those roadblocks and allows Databricks customers to realize their goal of getting the right data to the right user, at the right time.”

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