Introduction On 18 June 2026, the inaugural AsiaSTA QA Conference was successfully held in Seoul, South Korea, bringing together software quality professionals, researchers, industry leaders, and technology innovators from across Asia. Held under the theme “AX (AI Transformation) in QA: The Future of Testing,” the conference marked an important milestone in AsiaSTA’s mission to strengthen regional collaboration and advance software quality in the era of Artificial Intelligence. As the first official conference under the Asia Software Testing Alliance (AsiaSTA), the event provided a platform for knowledge exchange, professional networking, and cross-border collaboration among software testing communities across the region.

Embracing the Future of Quality Assurance The conference explored how AI is transforming software quality, testing practices, and engineering. Throughout the day, experts from Korea, Japan, China, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom shared perspectives on trustworthy AI, AI-assisted testing, international standards, software engineering, and AI safety. Together, these discussions highlighted both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with the rapid adoption of AI.

Conference Highlights Highlights of the conference included: • Opening ceremony and introduction to AsiaSTA’s vision. • Expert presentations covering AI, software testing, quality engineering, international standards, and AI safety. • Cross-country perspectives from leading QA professionals across Asia. • Networking sessions connecting practitioners, researchers, and industry leaders. • Sponsor and community exhibition booths. • Lucky draw and community activities that concluded the event in an engaging atmosphere. Rather than focusing on individual presentations, the conference emphasized a shared vision: building trustworthy software systems and strengthening collaboration across Asia’s software testing community.

Building a Regional Community Beyond the technical sessions, the conference created valuable opportunities for participants to exchange ideas, establish new partnerships, and strengthen professional networks. The inaugural event demonstrated AsiaSTA’s commitment to fostering a connected regional ecosystem where knowledge, experience, and innovation can be shared across borders.

Looking Ahead The successful conclusion of the inaugural AsiaSTA QA Conference marks the beginning of a long-term regional initiative. As the conference rotates among AsiaSTA member countries in the coming years, AsiaSTA will continue to promote collaboration, professional development, and innovation in software testing. AsiaSTA extends its sincere appreciation to all speakers, sponsors, partners, organizing committee members, volunteers, and participants whose support made this milestone possible. We look forward to welcoming the community again at the next AsiaSTA QA Conference as we continue shaping the future of software quality together.