Industry News August: Audits, Certification, Standards

TÜV SÜD introduces certification for low-risk AI systems

TÜV SÜD has launched a new test mark aimed at voluntary assessment of low-risk AI applications, such as energy-optimized algorithms and warehouse robots, to demonstrate quality, transparency, and compliance where AI Act rules do not yet apply.

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TIC Council calls for smarter EU ETS reporting and greater carbon market integrity

In its response to the EU ETS review, the TIC Council urges staggered deadlines for emissions submissions and harmonized verification standards to enhance transparency, reduce bottlenecks, and support credible carbon markets.

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DEKRA approved as EU Notified Body for construction products

DEKRA’s Saarbrücken unit is now authorized to certify construction products under the EU Construction Products Regulation, covering CE-mark conformity for items like steel couplers and ensuring ongoing compliance in factories and product testing.

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NIST proposes new guidelines to strengthen software supply chains security

NIST has formed a public-private consortium and released draft guidelines to improve the security and integrity of software, aiming to reduce vulnerabilities across the digital supply chain.

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BSI unveils first global standard for AI audit providers

The British Standards Institution published a new international standard in July that establishes rigorous requirements for AI certification bodies, aiming to bring consistency and trust to the growing AI audit market.

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