Test Automation stories

Agentic AI is shredding seat-based SaaS models, sparking a wave of ‘zombie’ vendors, valuation shocks and leaner, AI-native rivals.

Thoughtworks marks Agile Manifesto’s 25th anniversary with an AI-focused retreat rethinking how software is built, governed and delivered.

Aspire Systems acquires New Zealand-founded Assurity, creating a 900-strong quality engineering group to boost AI-driven software testing.

Amantya accelerates global rollout of AI-native 5G platforms as operators seek automation-first networks from core to edge and test labs.

Tricentis hires two senior leaders to accelerate AI-led growth after hitting USD $400 million ARR and securing USD $1.33 billion backing.

Digital.ai adds automated testing for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, helping automakers validate in-car apps at scale without real vehicles.

Testlio launches LeoInsights AI to turn fragmented QA metrics into executive-ready insights on risk, release velocity and testing investment.

Thoughtworks launches AI/works, an agentic platform to reverse-engineer legacy systems and speed enterprise app delivery in 90 days.

Thoughtworks launches AI/works, an agentic platform to accelerate legacy modernisation and new software delivery in complex enterprises.

Altimetrik has been named a major contender in Everest Group’s latest PEAK Matrix for enterprise quality engineering services.

ITRS snaps up French DEM specialist IP-Label, adding 310-plus enterprise clients and bolstering its observability footprint across Europe.

WaveMaker predicts by 2026 AI will speed prototyping but boost demand for senior oversight, personalised UIs and specialised software agents.

TestMu AI replaces LambdaTest as the firm pivots from cloud-based testing tools to an agentic AI platform for autonomous quality engineering.

AI will upend UK software testing by 2026, Tricentis warns, forcing a shift to risk-led quality, autonomous checks and stricter guardrails.

Coder.com launches AI governance stack to run coding agents in self-hosted workspaces, giving enterprises centralised control and security.

Inflectra launches Rapise 8.6 with embedded AI, enhancing secure, efficient test automation without reliance on external providers.

UiPath launches new AI automation suite with pre-built solutions and orchestration tools to boost enterprise efficiency and ROI in AI transformation.

AI use in software testing has doubled to 60%, but 80% of organisations still lack the expertise needed for effective AI testing management.

LambdaTest launches private beta of its Agent-to-Agent Testing platform, speeding AI agent validation by up to 70% with advanced multi-agent evaluation.

GlobalLogic launches VelocityAI Testing, a GenAI-driven tool designed to enhance software quality and speed up delivery for complex digital projects.