Home > News > Latest > BeeKeeperAI Announces Commercial Release of its Patented, Zero-Trust Collaboration Platform to Accelerate Healthcare AI Development

Digital Healthcare

BeeKeeperAI Announces Commercial Release of its Patented, Zero-Trust Collaboration Platform to Accelerate Healthcare AI Development

BeeKeeperAI, Inc., a pioneer in zero-trust, real-world data collaboration software, announced the general availability of EscrowAITM, a patent-protectedi zero-trust collaboration platform. EscrowAI leverages Azure confidential computing to resolve the challenges of data sovereignty, privacy, and security. In healthcare, EscrowAI enables HIPAA-compliant research on full PHI without exposing the patient data, thereby reducing the AI development timeline dramatically due to streamlined collaboration agreements and access to more precise data.

EscrowAI enables healthcare data stewards to fulfill their mission of scientific innovation while protecting patients’ sensitive health information. Data stewards, such as Chief Data Officers, Chief Information Security Officers, and Chief Technology Officers, can leverage and protect their data with automated Azure confidential computing workflows that simplify an otherwise complicated IT workload. Algorithm developers’ AI model intellectual property is also protected by utilizing end-to-end encryption, even during processing in the secure enclave.

“The commercial launch of EscrowAI is a major milestone for BeeKeeperAI in our quest to expedite the development and deployment of generalizable, high-quality AI in healthcare and life sciences and other industries where protecting private data is critical during AI development,” said Michael Blum, MD, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at BeeKeeperAI. “We were also thrilled to learn that on December 20, 2022, the US Patent and Trademark Office had granted the first in a series of many patents supporting EscrowAI technology. The platform has undergone comprehensive third-party security evaluations that demonstrate the rigorous protection of protected information as well as IP. EscrowAI accelerates access to real-world, protected information and eliminates complex agreements, ultimately saving both time and money and helping to accelerate the time to market of AI.”

BeeKeeperAI benefits from the security and scalability of Microsoft Azure confidential computing infrastructure to automate the deployment of a confidential collaboration environment within the data steward’s secure Azure cloud platform. EscrowAI’s elegant automation and backend integrations eliminate complexity; data stewards now have an on-demand, push-button, confidential computing solution. The zero-trust confidential computing environment provides end-to-end encryption and helps prevent visibility or access to the data or algorithm models by anyone, including the algorithm owners, data stewards, and BeeKeeperAI. EscrowAI ensures high levels of protection possible for both the sensitive data and the intellectual property of the models.

“BeeKeeperAI is a showcase of our vision of confidential computing in the cloud where even sensitive data can be protected and innovative data insights can be realized with cloud-powered AI,” said Vikas Bhatia, Head of Product, Azure confidential computing, at Microsoft. “We look forward to continuing to collaborate with BeeKeeperAI and our partner ecosystem to advance confidential computing to meet the evolving needs of data stewards and algorithm developers.”

The Azure confidential computing environment leveraged by BeeKeeperAI includes Intel® Software Guard Extensions (Intel® SGX) secure application enclaves, providing a very small attack surface to maximize the isolation and protection of patient data and intellectual property.

“Intel is proud to see our Intel SGX technology utilized in ways that will improve the health of millions, if not billions, of people,” said Rick Echevarria, Vice President, Security Sales at Intel. “Our confidential computing technology was developed to provide the security foundation for solutions such as EscrowAI. We look forward to continuing to work with BeeKeeperAI to accelerate the adoption of confidential computing.”

BeeKeeper’s EscrowAI is available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace to purchase directly through Microsoft, simplifying the provisioning process.

About BeeKeeperAI

BeeKeeperAI is the pioneer in confidential, sightless computing within a zero-trust architecture for the development and deployment of AI in healthcare and other privacy protected data. BeeKeeperAI is accelerating the broader availability of AI-powered solutions that will help to redefine the future of healthcare and commerce.

Spotlight

Other News

Digital Healthcare

UCI Health Reaches Definitive Agreement to Acquire Four Southern California Hospitals From Tenet Healthcare Corporation

UCI Health | February 02, 2024

The Regents of the University of California, on behalf of the University of California, Irvine, has entered into a definitive agreement with Tenet Healthcare Corporation to acquire Tenet's Pacific Coast Network. The network will become part of UCI Health, the clinical enterprise of UC Irvine. "UC Irvine has deepened its healthcare commitment to the future of Orange County, our region and California," said UC Irvine Chancellor Howard Gillman. "This journey in healthcare is deeply intertwined with the University of California's dedication to bettering our communities, expanding access to premier healthcare, and pioneering the medical innovations of tomorrow, today. Our vision will bridge gaps in regional care and reinforce UCI's place among the nation's leading academic health systems while advancing solutions to challenges facing healthcare." Pending customary regulatory approvals, clearances, and closing conditions, the proposed acquisition would bring four medical centers in Lakewood, Los Alamitos, Fountain Valley and Placentia and associated outpatient locations into the UCI Health system. UCI Health currently delivers care at UCI Medical Center in Orange and a growing network of multispecialty care centers. "At UCI Health, we are excited to add these new care sites to the UCI Health network and extend the benefits of our compassionate, high-level care, clinical innovation, and scientific discovery," said Chad Lefteris, president and chief executive officer of UCI Health. "As Orange County's only academic health system, UCI Health is unique in its ability to offer the highest level of advanced care powered by the research and innovation of a world-class public research institution." UCI Health recognizes a unique opportunity to build on the quality care already being delivered in the communities served by Tenet Healthcare's Pacific Coast Network. "These four hospitals are well-regarded in their communities for providing high-quality, compassionate care," said Saum Sutaria, M.D., chairman and chief executive officer of Tenet Healthcare. "The local communities will benefit from the nationally recognized advancements, medical knowledge, research, and community focus that UCI Health brings as an innovative academic health system. UCI Health recognizes a unique opportunity to build on the quality care already being delivered in the communities served by the Pacific Coast Network." In a region with a population greater than that of two dozen states, UCI Health operates the only Level I trauma center, locally based National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal-neonatal service and is the largest regional burn center and leading provider of complex tertiary and quaternary care. The system's clinical excellence has consistently placed UCI Health in the top 10 for quality and safety among the nation's leading comprehensive academic health systems. The acquisition also means more patients will have access to advanced therapies in the region's largest and most diverse portfolio of clinical trials, ranging from cancer to neurosciences, digestive diseases, orthopedics and internal medicine specialties. UCI Health and Tenet Healthcare's Pacific Coast Network patients can continue receiving care at their local facilities as they normally would from the care teams they know and trust. The transaction is expected to be completed in spring 2024, subject to customary regulatory approvals, clearances, and closing conditions. "It is a privilege to provide world-class care to Californians and we are excited to welcome the clinicians and co-workers from these Tenet Healthcare sites to UCI Health as partners in improving the health of local communities," Lefteris said. About UCI Health UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system in Orange County. Patients can access UCI Health at primary and specialty care offices across Orange County and at its main campus, UCI Medical Center in Orange, Calif. The 459-bed, acute care hospital, listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, provides tertiary and quaternary care, ambulatory and specialty medical clinics, behavioral health and rehabilitation services. UCI Medical Center is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. About UC Irvine About the University of California, Irvine: Founded in 1965, UCI is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UCI has more than 37,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. About Tenet Healthcare Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas. Our care delivery network includes United Surgical Partners International, the largest ambulatory platform in the country, which operates or has ownership interests in more than 480 ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals. We also operate 58 acute care and specialty hospitals, approximately 110 other outpatient facilities, a network of leading employed physicians and a global business center in Manila, Philippines. Our Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, physician practices, employers, and other clients. Across the Tenet enterprise, we are united by our mission to deliver quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve.

Healthcare Analytics

Keystone Healthcare Partners Establishes Partnership with Trinity Medical to Expand Emergency Medicine Footprint into Louisiana

Keystone Healthcare Partners | February 05, 2024

Keystone Healthcare Partners a leading provider of emergency medicine, hospital medicine, critical care medicine, and telehealth staffing and management services, as well as revenue cycle management, recently announced that it has formed a partnership with Trinity Medical in Ferriday, Louisiana. Keystone's delivery of emergency medicine services at Trinity Medical will commence on February 1, 2024. This contract represents an exciting expansion of Keystone's regional influence into Louisiana; the company has managed contracts in Mississippi for decades. Glenn Adams, Keystone's CEO & Co-founder, notes, "We are excited to kick off another partnership with a client where we see opportunity for real impact. We've hit the ground running to shore up areas of frustration for the client and bring value-add and innovative solutions, such as Keystone Connect AI technology to the emergency medicine program." While the healthcare landscape has been challenging for rural and critical access hospitals, the two entities share a patient-centered ethos that will be paramount to the partnership. The two entities share a community- and patient-focus that is embodied by Trinity's motto, "People you know, caring for people you love." "We are very excited to start our partnership with Keystone Healthcare," states Keisha Smith, CEO of Trinity. "My goal for Trinity Medical has always been to provide our patients with the best healthcare and customer service possible in the Miss-Lou area. We feel that Keystone shares the same goals that we have and will be a true asset to our hospital. Henry Ford stated, 'Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.' We are looking forward to a long lasting, successful partnership with Keystone Healthcare." Trinity Medical, a 23-bed licensed facility, continues to grow and upgrade their services and facilities in addition to recruiting physicians to meet the growing needs of their expanding community. About Keystone Healthcare Keystone Healthcare™ is a leading provider of Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Critical Care Medicine and Telehealth clinical management services and staffing solutions for hospitals. We efficiently deliver high-quality, patient-centered care through strong physician leadership and involved management that drive our innovative and integrated business model. About Trinity Medical Trinity Medical is operated by Concordia Parish Hospital Service District No. 1. Trinity Medical, formerly Riverland Medical Center, opened in 1964 as Concordia Parish Hospital and has continuously served the residents of the area for more than 55 years. In addition to emergency and acute care, Trinity Medical offers surgical services, diagnostic imaging, infusion center, cardio-respiratory care, gastroenterology, lab services, otolaryngology, urology, and an in-hospital rehabilitation service as well as an extensive range of out-patient services, both diagnostic and for treatment.