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Minister Champagne announces appointments to the Standards Council of Canada's Governing Council

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星期一, 二月 5, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced recent appointments to the Standards Council of Canada's (SCC) Governing Council.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced recent appointments to the Standards Council of Canada's (SCC) Governing Council.
  • He has been involved in standards development since 1984 in information technologies engineering and, more recently, biodigital convergence.
  • "These appointments will enhance the SCC's ability to continue to be a leader in the global standards industry.
  • – The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
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Responsible AI Institute Marks Q4 2023 with New Members and 400% Yearly Growth

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星期三, 一月 17, 2024
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Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute), a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating the responsible use of AI worldwide, has announced that Booz Allen and Spark92 have joined the Institute as members.

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  • Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute), a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating the responsible use of AI worldwide, has announced that Booz Allen and Spark92 have joined the Institute as members.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117590446/en/
    Responsible AI Institute's Q4 2023 New Members (Graphic: Responsible AI Institute)
    "In 2023, we made substantial progress in expanding our global influence in responsible AI adoption and we're delighted to welcome Booz Allen and Spark92 as our newest members," stated Manoj Saxena, founder and executive chairman of Responsible AI Institute.
  • RAI Institute members gain exclusive access to:
    Valuable resources: Members have access to a range of tools and resources through RAI Institute’s Responsible AI testbed.
  • Contribution to responsible AI ecosystem: Engagement with RAI Institute not only demonstrates an organization’s commitment to ethical AI practices to their stakeholders but also actively contributes to shaping a responsible AI ecosystem, influencing global standards in AI governance and innovation.

Federal government announces funds for climate resilience research to strengthen infrastructure

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星期三, 一月 17, 2024
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The program is working with communities and beneficiaries to ensure that projects promote a consistent approach to climate change adaptation, increase resilience, and support informed decision-making for infrastructure and buildings across Canada.

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  • The program is working with communities and beneficiaries to ensure that projects promote a consistent approach to climate change adaptation, increase resilience, and support informed decision-making for infrastructure and buildings across Canada.
  • "The safety and well-being of Canadians are priorities for our government as we already feel the impacts of climate change.
  • "Research plays a fundamental role in how we design, build and maintain our infrastructure, buildings and homes to withstand the effects of climate change.
  • From 2016 to 2028, the federal government has committed $160 million of funding through the Climate-Resilient Buildings and Core Public Infrastructure (CRBCPI), Climate Resilient Built Environment (CRBE), and Standards to Support Resilience in Infrastructure Program (SSRIP) initiatives.

NSF Certifies Microfilter as the World’s First Client for NSF/ANSI 53 Total PFAS Reduction

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星期一, 十二月 11, 2023
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With this certification, Microfilter becomes NSF’s first client in the world to receive this certification for total PFAS reduction.

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  • With this certification, Microfilter becomes NSF’s first client in the world to receive this certification for total PFAS reduction.
  • Microfilter was established in 1996 and has been producing and distributing high-quality water filters for both home and business applications.
  • "Microfilter is proud to be the first company to achieve NSF/ANSI 53 for chemicals for Total PFAS reduction.
  • “We are proud to certify Microfilter as the first client to the NSF/ANSI 53 for chemicals for Total PFAS reduction,” said Jinhee Kim, Senior Manager of Water, at NSF.

Expert Technologist Andrew Hughes Joins FaceTec as VP of Global Standards

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星期二, 十一月 21, 2023
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SUMMERLIN, Nev., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FaceTec Inc., the global leader in 3D face verification software, announces the hiring of Andrew Hughes as VP of Global Standards. The international standards and compliance expert has more than 25 years of experience in digital identity, mobile driver licenses, information security, program management, and IT standards development.

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  • SUMMERLIN, Nev., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FaceTec Inc. , the global leader in 3D face verification software, announces the hiring of Andrew Hughes as VP of Global Standards.
  • The international standards and compliance expert has more than 25 years of experience in digital identity, mobile driver licenses, information security, program management, and IT standards development.
  • We are very fortunate to have Andrew joining the FaceTec team.
  • "We are very fortunate to have Andrew joining the FaceTec team.

FP Canada Standards Council™ Opens Consultations on New Proposed Rules of Conduct and Changes to Practice Standards Aimed at Protecting the Public

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星期二, 十一月 14, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The FP Canada Standards Council today opened consultations on two new Rules of Conduct for CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals and QUALIFIED ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The FP Canada Standards Council today opened consultations on two new Rules of Conduct for CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals and QUALIFIED ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals.
  • The Practice Standards establish the level of practice expected of CFP professionals and QAFP professionals who are engaged in delivering financial planning services to clients.
  • The Practice Standards subcommittee, struck by the Standards Panel, has updated the Practice Standards for currency and clarity, including additional examples and guidance, to ensure they remain clear, helpful and relevant to practice.
  • The consultation period on both the new Rules of Conduct and the Practice Standards is underway and will continue until December 5, 2023.

BatteroTech's 280Ah Air-Cooled Energy Storage System Garner Multiple International Certifications

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星期五, 十月 20, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BatteroTech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "BatteroTech"), a world-leading lithium-ion battery manufacturer, recently obtained multiple international certifications from Germany's TÜV Rheinland for its 280Ah air-cooled battery pack and 1000V/1500V battery cluster, a dual-platform energy storage system.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BatteroTech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "BatteroTech"), a world-leading lithium-ion battery manufacturer, recently obtained multiple international certifications from Germany's TÜV Rheinland for its 280Ah air-cooled battery pack and 1000V/1500V battery cluster, a dual-platform energy storage system.
  • These certifications confirm BatteroTech's air-cooled battery pack and battery cluster comply with international safety standards, paving the way for their entry into the global market.
  • Engineered to support vehicle, marine energy storage, and both 0.5P/1P usage scenarios, the product adeptly addresses demands in the power generation, energy storage and marine sectors.
  • Moreover, it represents a pivotal means of validating the safety of energy storage products, receiving recognition from the U.S. National Fire Protection Agency, the federal judiciary, and various energy storage associations worldwide.

ASTM International's Morgan Announces Retirement, Transition Plan

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星期二, 七月 11, 2023
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The latest issue of ASTM's flagship magazine, Standardization News, features a personal message from Morgan.

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  • The latest issue of ASTM's flagship magazine, Standardization News, features a personal message from Morgan.
  • Morgan often introduced herself at events by saying, "It is my privilege to be the president of ASTM International."
  • I look forward to working through this time of transition and welcoming a new ASTM president to lead us forward."
  • In 2014, Morgan was selected to serve as ASTM's president, assuming the role in 2017 after serving as executive vice president.

Government of Canada helping defence industry protect itself from cyber security threats

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星期三, 五月 31, 2023
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"Threats to cyber security are complex and rapidly evolving, and in the world of defence procurement, cyber incidents pose a threat to the protection of unclassified federal information.

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  • "Threats to cyber security are complex and rapidly evolving, and in the world of defence procurement, cyber incidents pose a threat to the protection of unclassified federal information.
  • That's why we are taking action to protect our defence supply chain by establishing a Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification to protect Canadians and Canadian businesses."
  • As part of Budget 2023, the Government of Canada allocated $25 million over 3 years for the creation of a new Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification for defence procurement.
  • The Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification will verify and strengthen the cyber security measures Canadian defence companies are taking to protect their networks, systems and applications.

NSF Launches NSF P524: Water Quality Testing Devices for Drinking Water

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星期二, 三月 7, 2023
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NSF, a leading public health and safety organization, announces the launch of protocol, NSF P524: Water Quality Test Devices for Drinking Water .

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  • NSF, a leading public health and safety organization, announces the launch of protocol, NSF P524: Water Quality Test Devices for Drinking Water .
  • By verifying the manufacturer’s performance claims, the protocol provides assurance that water quality testing devices are consistent and reliable, allowing users to make informed decisions about drinking water quality.
  • “Having this protocol available for water quality testing devices used for drinking water helps provide confidence to utilities and other users that these products are suitable for use in our water systems.
  • It will help to ensure that people have access to safe and clean drinking water and will support the continued development of high-quality water quality testing devices.