UKAS Moves Forward With Accreditation for AI Management Systems

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is advancing its work on accreditation for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS),

Bellwether Strengthens Information Security, Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

Bellwether Electronics has successfully obtained certification to ISO/IEC 27001:2022, boosting its information security management practices.

Modernizing Accreditation: ANAB Launches Digital Technology Initiative and AI Task Force

The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has launched its Digital Technology Initiative (DTI) to advance digital transformation across its accreditation services.

Serbia’s State Auditor Finds Security Failures in Social Insurance Registry

The State Audit Institution (DRI) has found that the Central Registry of Compulsory Social Insurance (CROSO) has not established a proper system for managing information security.

Telekom Slovenije Earns Gold Recognition for Cybersecurity

Telekom Slovenije has received a gold-level cybersecurity award from CyberVadis,

NIST Draft Guidelines Target Stronger Software Security

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released Special Publication 1800-44, a draft set of practices aimed at improving security throughout the software development process.

Shuzutech and JSGS Granted First AI Data Quality Certificates in China

China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has issued the country’s first evaluation certificates for high-quality AI datasets to Shuzu Technology (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. and the Jiangsu Geological Survey Institute.

Singapore Launches New Standard to Cut Data Center IT Energy Use by 30 Percent

Singapore has introduced a new standard aimed at reducing energy use in data centers, targeting a cut of at least 30 percent in IT energy consumption.

NEN Explores Committee On Privacy By Design And Consumer Protection

NEN, the Dutch national standards body, is considering creating a standards committee on privacy by design and consumer protection.

Norway Invites Experts to Shape Future Blockchain Standards

Standard Norway is seeking experts to join its committee SN/K 593 Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies, with applications open until September 12, 2025.

Italy’s OCSI Gains Accreditation to Issue EU Cybersecurity Certificates

The Information Security Certification Body (OCSI) of Italy’s National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) has obtained accreditation from Accredia to issue European cybersecurity certificates under the new EUCC certification scheme.

Geely Auto Breaks Ground With First Global ISO 8800 AI Safety Certification

Geely Auto has received the world’s first certification under the new ISO/PAS 8800:2024 standard for AI safety in road vehicles.

ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.

Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices

An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.

MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.

Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees

Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.

AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins

The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,

ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.

ISO 9002 Revision Moves To Draft International Standard Stage

The revision of ISO 9002 has entered the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the ISO subcommittee responsible for quality systems, advancing the project into formal consultation. 

ISO 37304 Compliance Management Certification Standard Advances to Final Draft Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 37304 to the final draft international standard (FDIS) stage.

One Vote Tips Toward New Edition Of ISO/IEC 17065 Over Amendment

One vote has tipped the decision toward publishing a new edition of ISO/IEC 17065 instead of issuing a separate amendment, following a closely split ballot within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Is ISO 25500 a Solution to Supply Chain Data Challenges?

ISO 25500, a draft series of standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is presented by the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) as a possible way to address long-standing problems with unreliable data across global supply chains.

IFS Updates Food, Logistics, Broker And Pacsecure Doctrines To Clarify Certification Rules

The International Featured Standards (IFS) has published updated doctrine documents for its current standards covering food production, logistics, brokerage, and packaging materials, clarifying how certification requirements should be applied without revising the standards themselves.

PAS 25535 on Sustainability in Asset Management Reaches Draft Stage

PAS 25535, a specification focused on integrating sustainability into asset management systems, has reached the committee draft stage within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), marking the close of its initial comment period.