Software testing stories
Synechron partners with Cognition to embed AI engineer Devin in bank modernisation work, targeting faster upgrades and legacy code overhauls.
CodeRabbit launches Issue Planner beta, embedding AI prompt planning into Jira, Linear, GitHub and GitLab to cut failures from unclear briefs.
Constructive launches secure-by-default Postgres platform to hardwire Row-Level Security and permissions into databases from creation.
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.3-Codex, a faster coding agent that extends Codex into a supervised, general computer-use and cybersecurity tool.
Qodo 2.0 launches multi-agent AI code review to boost trust in autogenerated code, claiming 11% better detection of critical issues.
United Rentals deploys a Snowflake-powered AI data agent to let frontline staff query governed financial and operational metrics in plain English.
Apple adds agentic coding to Xcode 26.3, integrating Claude and Codex so AI agents can autonomously build and refine entire apps.
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.
Salesforce denies axing 4,000 jobs for AI as critics question Agentforce reliability and the need for hard-coded fallbacks in workflows.
Veracode upgrades its Package Firewall and testing tools to block malicious software packages before they enter development pipelines.
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.
AI is shrinking routine coding vacancies but boosting demand for developers who can design systems, integrate tools and think strategically.
Altimetrik has been named a major contender in Everest Group's latest PEAK Matrix for enterprise quality engineering services.
AI coding tools are speeding software delivery for Australian firms but overwhelming security teams and exposing unprecedented risks.
Sparq launches Intelligence Studio to plug AI directly into enterprise workflows, promising governed, auditable decisions at scale.
Adactin has been added to Australia's national AI Directory, linking its cloud and AI services with organisations seeking local expertise.
OpenAI has launched its Codex app for agent-based software development, with an Australian education provider integrating the tool into IT degrees.