Alcatraz

Cupertino, California, USA · ≈180 employees · alcatraz.ai

Alcatraz, also known as Alcatraz AI, is a security technology company based in Cupertino, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in transforming physical access control through AI-powered facial authentication, providing a modern alternative to traditional badges and legacy biometric systems. Its flagship product, Rock™, is a Facial Authentication-as-a-Service (FAaaS) solution that enables touchless and privacy-focused entry while effectively detecting tailgating and unauthorized access. Alcatraz leverages 3D facial biometrics and deep learning to ensure user privacy by not collecting personal data. The company serves over four million employees globally across high-security sectors, including data centers, financial institutions, and government buildings. Alcatraz operates on a B2B model, offering plug-and-play integration, hardware sales, software licenses, and ongoing support. With a commitment to privacy compliance and enterprise-grade precision, Alcatraz positions itself as a leader in the access control industry, enhancing security without compromising user privacy.