9 May 2023, Lauren Jones, Director, Market Development, has been elected as Chair of ISO Technical Committee 68 (TC68) SC2 Security, Financial Services. ISO TC68 SC2 Security, Financial Services is responsible for standardisation for information security management and operations in financial services. It counts standards in identity managements, PIN codes, biometrics, and third-party payments in its portfolio. She will act as Chair Elect until November 2023, when the outgoing Chair has served his term.
"It is an honour and privilege to be elected as ISO TC68 SC2 Chair. Having been involved in the ISO world for many years, I know the hard work and dedication that goes into developing the financial standards we all rely on every day. Security is the bedrock of a well-oiled and trusted financial ecosystem. I am looking forward to leading the group as it navigates the future security standardisation challenges of the industry, including digital currency, open banking and digital wallets. I encourage all stakeholders to get involved via their national standards committees and join us"
