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TÜV

Abbreviation for Technischer Überwachungsverein

In short and in plain language

TÜV is short for a German technical inspection body.

Such bodies check, for example, cars, plants and devices for safety.

The TÜV-Verband is their umbrella group. It also does studies.

Definition
TÜV stands for Technischer Überwachungsverein, a German technical inspection association. These organisations test vehicles, installations and products for safety, among other things. The TÜV-Verband represents them and also publishes studies, for example together with the BSI on security in the use of AI.