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The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for October 2025:ISO and ARSO sign historic Kigali Agreement   Circular economy experts win top ISO awardETSI launches TC on quantum technologiesPacific Islands Standards Committee endorsed as regional standards bodyISO 22002 series updated to strengthen global food safetyHave your say on EU Standardization Regulation 1025Series | Standards Desk of News BSI Education Hub Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode of the series, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to BS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPE.Discover the 10 things you need to know.Series | Standards in 10 MinutesFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeBS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPEGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

BSI Reports and Whitepapers provide expert insights, guidance, and analysis on various topics related to standards, compliance, and best practices. They are designed to inform and educate organizations, industries, and policymakers about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in areas where standards play a critical role.This episode is an audio-abridged version of the BSI Report - The Tipping Point: Building Trust in the circular economy. Developed with Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, the report explores how trust can accelerate the move toward a circular economy. Based on global research, it shows that while most people support circularity, concerns about quality, safety, and greenwashing still hold many back. The report highlights five ways to build trust: proof of performance, transparency, independent checks, shared standards, and secure data - key steps to make circular practices credible, mainstream, and profitable.Series | AudiobooksFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeBuilding trust in the circular economyGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for August and September 2025:Have your say on ISO 9001ISO 21001 sets new benchmark for education qualityBSI secures new funding for Commonwealth Standards NetworkStandards contribute €1B annually to Austria’s economyWinner of the IEC Lord Kelvin Award 2025New standard to address critical gaps in PPE fitSeries | Standards Desk of News BSI Education Hub Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

Quantum technology uses physics to achieve what today’s tech can’t - like unhackable communications and computers beyond supercomputers. It could reshape daily life with safer banking, better medicines, smarter climate tracking and faster supply chains.Recognizing this, the UN named 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, marking its shift from labs to real-world impact. To ensure global success, standards bodies like BSI, IEC, and ISO are working to make systems secure, trusted, and interoperable.In this episode, Matthew speaks to IBM’s Tony Holland and BSI’s Gavin Jones about quantum technology standards. Together, they take us on a journey in three parts: starting with the big picture of what quantum is and why global standards matter; moving to the UK’s role and the importance of mirror committees; and finally looking ahead to the UK’s strategy, the progress so far, and what’s coming next.And because it’s The Standards Show, Tony and Gavin also reflect on their own standards journeys - what motivated them to get involved, and what continues to inspire their involvement today.Find out more about the issues raised in this episodeISO/IEC JTC3 – Quantum technologiesICT/4 – Quantum technologiesISO/IEC 4879 – Quantum computing – vocabulary Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

Standards shape almost everything around us - but how do we learn about them, and why do they matter? In this special episode, Matthew and BSI colleague Emma Glass provide a guide to the BSI Education Hub.The Hub is designed to advance and support standards education and research. More than a resource library, it’s a space where academics, researchers, students, and others can connect, share ideas, and explore how standards influence society and the economy.Matthew and Emma explain who the Hub is for, how it works, and how it can inspire learning, collaboration, and innovation in standards education and research.Find out more about the issues raised in this episode.BSI Education HubGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

BSI Reports and Whitepapers provide expert insights, guidance, and analysis on various topics related to standards, compliance, and best practices. They are designed to inform and educate organizations, industries, and policymakers about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in areas where standards play a critical role.This episode is an audio-abridged version of the BSI Report - Supporting a safe and secure digital world for adolescents. Published in May 2025, the report reveals that nearly half (47%) of young people aged 16 to 21 would prefer to grow up without the internet - a stark reflection of concerns about its impact on their wellbeing. Drawing on a survey of 1,293 UK adolescents, it shows that time spent online has increased since COVID-19, with many spending hours each day on social media and gaming. Despite this, 42% admit to hiding their online activity from parents, and risky behaviours, such as creating fake profiles are common. The findings highlight the urgent need for stronger privacy and safety measures by tech companies and policymakers to protect young users’ mental health and online safety.Series | AudiobooksFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeBSI Digital TrustCPINISO COPOLCOGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode of the series, and to celebrate 200 episodes of the podcast, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to standards.Discover the 10 things you need to know.Series | Standards in 10 MinutesFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeBSI Education HubGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for July 2025:Indian hospitals benefit from ISO 7101African nations unite to harmonize standardsNominations open for CEN and CENELEC’s Standards + Innovation AwardsBSI Innovation Management Summit 2025 BRICS summit advances standardization for sustainabilityHave your say on Net Zero transition planningSeries | Standards Desk of News Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode of the series, Matthew provides a 10-minute guide to ISO 37003 - Fraud control management systems.Discover the 10 things you need to know.Series | Standards in 10 MinutesFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeISO 37003 – Fraud management systemsISO 37001 – Anti-bribery management systemsGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode of the series, Matthew provides a 10-minute guide to ISO 37001 - Anti-bribery management systems.Discover the 10 things you need to know.Series | Standards in 10 MinutesFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeISO 37001 – Anti-bribery management systemsISO 37003 – Fraud management systemsGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for June 2025:Half of young people say life’s better without the internetCelebrating World Food Safety DayLooking ahead to the IEC General Meeting 2025New guidance to combat cyber threatsDestination Berlin for all standards educators And, have your say on space sustainability (BSI Flex 1969 and BSI Flex 1971)Series | Standards Desk of News Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode, Matthew speaks with academic and philosopher Catherine Botha, Professor of Art, Culture, and Technology at the University of Johannesburg. Together, they explore whether there's a uniquely African context for AI development - and what cultural, social, and economic values should guide its deployment across the continent. They also dive into ISO/IEC 42001, asking whether this AI management systems standard is flexible and inclusive enough to reflect Africa’s specific needs. Catherine also unpacks the concept of the Philosophy of AI - what it means, and why it matters - and shares her ‘standards journey’, one inspired by her very savvy students.It’s part conversation, part audio love letter to the stakeholder-driven standards process: grounded in transparency, consensus, and voluntarism, and - as Catherine argues - essential to delivering social justice in the age of AI.Find out more about the issues raised in this episodeISO/IEC 42001 – AI management systemsThe Standards Show | Revisiting ISO/IEC 42001Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

In this episode of the series, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to BS 7872 - Cash and valuables‑in‑transit (CViT) services. Discover the 10 things you need to know.Series | Standards in 10 MinutesFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeBS 7872 - Cash and valuables-in-transit servicesGet involved in standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for May 2025:New standard for modern methods of constructionApplications open for the ISO Research Grant 2025Japan’s national standardization strategyUpdated eCall standard boosts road safetyBSI Healthcare Week 2025Have your say on suicide awareness and educationSeries | Standards Desk of News Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

BSI Healthcare Week 2025 takes place from 9–13 June, featuring five webinars focused on the key challenges and developments shaping healthcare and MedTech. The event is designed for professionals across the sector - including manufacturers, providers, and policymakers - looking for clear, practical insight in a fast-moving landscape.In this episode, Matthew talks to Lena Cordie-Bancroft, BSI’s Healthcare Sector Lead, about why the event was created, what each session will cover, and how the topics were chosen. They also discuss the speakers involved, who the event is for, and what attendees can expect to gain from the week.9 June - Digital and AI in healthcare10 June - PFAS phase out and its impact on medical devices11 June - Regulatory update - what's happening in the world of medical devices12 June - Circularity of healthcare13 June - The power of in silico trials: AI, innovation and its impact on healthcareFind out more about the issues raised in this episodeRegister to attend BSI Healthcare Week 2025Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

This series of The Standards Show looks at how three key standards protect consumers, promote fairness, and tackle real-world challenges, highlighting the UK's leadership in developing them.PAS 7055  - button and coin battery safetyISO 22458 - consumer vulnerabilityISO 21800 - clearer online terms and conditionsDeveloped in association with CPIN and published to coincide with the ISO COPOLCO Annual Meeting in London, bringing together over 120 National Standards Bodies to champion consumer protection worldwide.In this episode, Matthew speaks to trading standards specialist and CPIN representative Peter Stonely about how ISO 21800 will tackle improving consumer understanding of online terms and conditions.Series | Consumer protectionFind out more about the issues raised in this episode ISO 21800 – online terms and conditionsCPINISO COPOLCOGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

This series of The Standards Show looks at how three key standards protect consumers, promote fairness, and tackle real-world challenges, highlighting the UK's leadership in developing them.PAS 7055 - button and coin battery safetyISO 22458 - consumer vulnerabilityISO 21800 - online terms and conditionsDeveloped in association with CPIN and published to coincide with the ISO COPOLCO Annual Meeting in London, bringing together over 120 National Standards Bodies to champion consumer protection worldwide.In this episode, Matthew speaks to Karen Smyth from the Consumer Council Northern Ireland about how ISO 22458 for consumer vulnerability is being used to promote fairer and more inclusive services. Series | Consumer protectionFind out more about the issues raised in this episode ISO 22458 – consumer vulnerabilityCPINISO COPOLCOGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

This series of The Standards Show looks at how three key standards protect consumers, promote fairness, and tackle real-world challenges, highlighting the UK's leadership in developing them.PAS 7055 - button and coin battery safetyISO 22458 - consumer vulnerabilityISO 21800 - online terms and conditionsDeveloped in association with CPIN and published to coincide with the ISO COPOLCO Annual Meeting in London, bringing together over 120 National Standards Bodies to champion consumer protection worldwide.In this episode, Matthew speaks to Katrina Phillips from the Child Accident Prevention Trust about how PAS 7055 for button and coin battery safety is protecting consumers - especially children - from serious harm.Series | Consumer protectionFind out more about the issues raised in this episode PAS 7055 – button and coin batteriesCPINISO COPOLCOGet involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.The Standards Desk of News for April 2025:New guidance to combat food fraudASTM standardization impact reportCelebrating World Quantum DayISO launches interactive standards gameEU sets 2025 standards agendaHave your say on ergonomics standardsSeries | Standards Desk of News Get involved with standardsGet in touch with The Standards Showeducation@bsigroup.comsend a voice messageFind and follow on social mediaX @StandardsShowInstagram @thestandardsshowLinkedIn | The Standards Show