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The technical specification for ‘Continuous Auditing Based Conformity Assessment for AI-enabled systems (CABCA)’ (ETSI TS 104008) is the first specification that enables regulatory requirements for AI systems to be tracked continuously and automatically.

Quantum computers promise a fundamental leap in computing power. They do this by exploiting the properties of the quantum world, such as superposition or entanglement, to solve certain complex problems faster than classical computers. From optimising large logistics networks to developing new materials and secure encryption, quantum computers could transform entire industries in the future. This is where the FullStaQD project comes in.

The new DIN SPEC 91520:2025-09 is the first guideline for an interface for quantum computing. Fraunhofer FOKUS was responsible for project management, coordinated the contributions of the working group and developed the specification together with its partners.

The “IML4E” (Industrial Machine Learning for Enterprises) project led by Fraunhofer FOKUS has been honoured with the “ITEA Award of Excellence 2025”. This award recognises outstanding achievements in applied research and development within the international ITEA programme.

Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly being used in critical systems. In the report TR 103910, ETSI describes a transparent and effective approach for testing ML-based systems.

The Internet of Things (IoT) connects the majority of our devices and systems, such as smartphones, computers, and servers. They exchange messages with each other via so-called “brokers” and their communication protocols, e.g. MQTT. Fraunhofer FOKUS has developed a new security testing approach in the IoT. It employs innovative methods and tools that can be used to efficiently identify and eliminate vulnerabilities in communication protocols.

Industrial users need to carefully consider the capabilities of quantum computers and their available computing resources for different applications. DIN SPEC 91480 now makes it possible for the first time to compare different quantum computers using standardized key performance indicators (KPIs).

On September 11 and 12, the “6th International Workshop on Quantum Compilation (IWQC)” took place at Fraunhofer FOKUS. Researchers in the field of quantum computing exchanged ideas on new methods and techniques for optimizing programs for quantum computers.

Quantum computers are associated with the hope of achieving enormous leaps in computing power. To support developers in programming quantum computers, Fraunhofer FOKUS founded the Thinq Qrisp Community on September 10. Around 45 participants from industry and research met at the event. In addition to workshops and networking opportunities, the event was enriched by keynotes from Michael Johanning (eleQtron GmbH) and Lukas Burgholzer (Technical University of Munich).

Roman Kraus and Martin Schneider from the SQC business unit and Hoang Lam Nguyen from the Humboldt University of Berlin received the Distinguished Paper Award at the International Workshop on Search-Based and Fuzz Testing (SBFT) for their work on "Generator-based Fuzzing with Input Features". The workshop took place as part of the International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE) from April 14-15, 2024 in Lisbon.