AI gateway tools govern traffic for AI applications a company builds. Tallin governs employee use of AI tools the company already has.
Different buyer
AI gateway tools are usually bought by engineering or platform teams that need to route model API calls for software they build. Tallin is bought by CEOs, COOs, CFOs, security leaders, and AI owners who need accountability for employee use of existing AI tools.
Different surface area
Gateway infrastructure can be one useful signal source, but it misses native employee tools, provider subscriptions, personal-card purchases, and unconnected accounts. Tallin is designed around the ledger and coverage model for that broader operating picture.
Different outcome
The goal is not to replace ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Copilot. The goal is to make usage, spend, evidence, and blind spots visible enough for leadership to act.
Key takeaways
- Gateway tools govern AI application traffic.
- Tallin governs employee use of existing AI tools.
- Tallin can use gateway events as one signal source.
- The product outcome is accountable usage, spend, evidence, and blind spots.