ISO 42001 Explained: Is It the New SOC 2 for AI? | CyberSound Ep 148

Is ISO 42001 becoming the AI governance and compliance standard organizations will be expected to adopt as AI usage continues to expand? In this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl is joined by Walter Haydock, Founder of StackAware, to discuss ISO 42001 and what it means for organizations that build, deploy, or rely on artificial intelligence. As AI becomes embedded in everyday business operations, organizations are under increasing pressure from customers, regulators, and stakeholders to demonstrate responsible AI usage. This conversation explores how ISO 42001 provides a structured approach to managing AI risk, compliance, and accountability. Jason and Walter discuss what ISO 42001 certification involves, how it compares to established frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001, and why health tech, fintech, and B2B SaaS companies are among the earliest adopters. They also examine the different roles organizations play in the AI ecosystem, the importance of executive involvement in compliance initiatives, and how emerging regulations may influence future adoption. Whether your organization is developing AI-powered products or simply incorporating AI tools into daily operations, this episode offers practical insight into one of the most important emerging standards in AI governance and risk management. _____________ Subscribe for the latest in cybersecurity news, expert insights, and industry trends. 📖 Explore more on our blog: https://www.vancord.com/news-events/ Let’s Connect 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/vancord 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/VancordCS 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/vancordsecurity 🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/VancordSecurity #ISO42001 #AIGovernance #AICompliance #AIRiskManagement #AIManagementSystem #ArtificialIntelligence #SOC2 #ISO27001 #Cybersecurity #InformationSecurity #CyberSound