The U.S. celebrated World Standards Day, emphasizing the importance of standards in enabling trust, supporting innovation, and eliminating trade barriers. NIST Director James Olthoff highlighted the agency’s role in supporting standards development across various fields, including quantum information systems, biotechnology, AI, and advanced communications. The theme for this year’s celebration was “Standards for Sustainable Development Goals,” with NIST working on frameworks and standards to manage risks associated with emerging technologies like AI. The event recognized individuals and organizations for their contributions to standards development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and consensus-building in creating beneficial technical solutions for industry and society.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/speech-testimony/us-celebration-world-standards-day-1
Keywords: Quantum, Information, Standards, Development, Innovation
