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Event type: Conferences & Summits

UCAAT 2026 will take place in ETSI Headquarters in Sophia Antipolis, France, on 14-16 April 2026.

Overview

The annual ETSI User Conference on Advanced Automated Testing (UCAAT) is the most important point in the calendar of ETSI’s Technical Committee Methods for Testing and Specification (TC MTS).

ETSI’s UCAAT conference, now in its 12th year, is dedicated to all aspects of automated testing including model-based testing, cloud testing, mobile testing, test methodologies, test management and standardised test specification by focusing on the practical challenges that are often faced in industry and standardisation.

This conference brings together research and industry from different application domains such as telco, banking, IT services, automotive, robotics, healthcare, defence and software vendors to meet, discuss and share their practical experiences in the field of software testing. UCAAT is aimed specifically at test engineers, test designers, test automation experts, test tool and test service providers, as well as test and quality assurance analysts. More broadly, UCAAT is also of interest to engineers working in software development, automation, and DevOps, as well as project leaders or managers in digital transformation, and academics and researchers in the field of testing.

UCAAT gives attendees a unique opportunity to discover, share, learn, and challenge modern test automation approaches, technologies and strategies for research, industry and standardisation.

UCAAT 2026: Augmenting Test Automation with Machine Logic and Human Insight

As software systems grow in complexity, traditional test automation approaches often fall short in adapting to rapid changes and nuanced behaviours.
This conference explores the synergistic integration of machine logic—encompassing AI-driven automation, predictive analytics, and adaptive algorithms—with the contextual reasoning and strategic thinking unique to human testers.
By combining computational precision with human insight, we aim to redefine the boundaries of test automation, enabling more resilient, efficient, and intelligent testing practices.
Attendees will gain practical perspectives on hybrid frameworks, real-world applications, and emerging trends that bridge the gap between automation and human judgment. 

The event is of particular interest for:

Test engineers, designers or test automation experts Engineers working in test specification, automation, DevOps and RPA Software developers or architects Project leaders or managers in digital transformation Test tool or service providers Test and quality assurance analysts Academics and researchers in testing

 

Save the date in your calendar!

Important Dates

End June: Lauch of the Call for Presentations, Posters and Exhibitors Deadline for the Call for Presentations and Posters: 15 October 2025 Notification of Acceptation: 15 November 2025 Programme online: 24 November 2025 Deadline for the Call for Exhibitors: 31 January 2026 Presentation submission: 27 February 2026

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Event type: Conferences & Summits
             

Conference - Demos - Tutorials – Hackfests

With a multidisciplinary approach, the SNS4SNS event brings together open source communities, industry standardisation, and cutting edge research initiatives to discuss best practices and opportunities for global collaboration in defining tomorrow’s networks and services.

Through a series of engaging talks, panel discussions, interactive workshops and live demonstrations, participants will explore a wide range of collaborative frameworks and opportunities for driving innovation, fostering interoperability, and contributing to the long-term viability, security, resiliency, and sustainability of communication networks.

SNS4SNS 2026: Building an Open Software Ecosystem for Future Connectivity and Services

Key themes to be explored include:

The role of software and open source in accelerating the development and deployment of standardised communication technologies, fostering agility and adaptability. The importance of standardisation efforts in establishing interoperable frameworks and ensuring global connectivity. The impact of research advancements in pushing the boundaries of technological innovation, driving forward-thinking solutions for future challenges. Strategies for fostering cross-pollination among industry, academia, and open source communities to facilitate knowledge exchange and global collaboration. Concrete examples of collaboration, achievements, best practices, and challenges from ongoing initiatives.

Live Demos, Tutorials and Hackfest sessions will provide an interactive opportunity for attendees to learn and engage with open source groups and research activities experimenting with emerging technologies and the practical applications of the principles discussed during the conference.

Join us as we navigate the interplay of software, standardisation, and research, shaping a future where collaboration across these domains paves the way for sustainable, inclusive, and interoperable communication networks and services.

 

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Event type: ETSI @ External Events

ETSI is pleased to support the BodyNets2025 international conference.

BodyNets2025 is an international symposium on healthcare IoT technology and its applications. This symposium is a place for not only information and communications engineers and researchers, but also experts in medicine, health, welfare, and medical information systems to take up a variety of issues and discuss solutions and ideas. BodyNets literally focuses on research and development of networks around the body, and has been collaborating with ETSI TC SmartBAN for many years. Since the first BodyNets was held in Italy in 2007, it has been held every year in Europe, North America, and Asia, and this is the 20th time. The memorable 20th International Symposium is scheduled to be held in Okayama, Japan from December 2nd to December 4th, 2025. 👉Find out more on the event website.

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Event type: TG Open Sessions

ETSI TC eHEALTH is organising a hybrid open session entitled  "Let’s talk about health and the role of standards for the technology” scheduled on 4 November 2025, from 10am to 4pm CET.

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, health and wellness are increasingly influenced by technological innovation. From wearable devices to telemedicine platforms, the integration of technology into healthcare is accelerating. However, this rapid evolution raises critical questions about safety, interoperability, and the distinction between medical, wellness, and health technologies.

Key objectives:

To explore the evolving role of technology in health and wellness To discuss how standards can support and accelerate the deployment of health-related technologies To examine the boundaries and overlaps between medical, wellness, and health technologies To assess the societal impacts on health —both positive and negative—of living in a connected age To promote a holistic understanding of wellness and its technological enablers

Main Discussion Topics:

The role of standards in enabling safe, interoperable, and scalable health technologies The role of medical devices in wellness and health solutions The impact of connectivity on personal health and societal well-being Ethical and regulatory considerations for digital health The importance of a holistic approach to wellness in technology

Who should attend?

The event is of particular interest to a wide range of experts from the health and wellness communities, including government agencies.

Key Benefits for the Audience:

Connect with professionals across sectors—policy makers, technologists, healthcare providers, and innovators Gain a deeper understanding of how standards shape the future of health technologies Hear from leading voices in technology, healthcare, and standardisation Navigate the complex landscape of medical vs. wellness technologies Discuss how technology can support not just physical health, but mental and emotional well-being Stay ahead of trends and challenges in the connected health ecosystem

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Event type: TG Open Sessions

ETSI ISG F5G is organizing a virtual open session entitled "F6G: Defining the Foundations of the Next Optical Network Generation" scheduled on 30 October 2025, from 10am to 1pm CET.

As the world continues to evolve with rapid technological advancements and emerging challenges, the development of new generations of fixed optical networks is essential to meet future demands and opportunities. F6G will build on and evolve the capabilities of the current F5G Advanced optical networks.

About the event
The objective of this open session is to begin shaping the ETSI ISG F5G vision for the next generation of optical networks - F6G - by exploring:

Visions and priorities for F6G from different perspectives Use cases, scenarios, and business needs Research and technologies currently in development for F6G Key challenges on the path to F6G 

Why attend?
The session will bring together stakeholders from across the optical fibre ecosystem to:

Share their visions and expectations about F6G Present their insights Discuss future directions and emerging trends

Who should attend?
The event is essentially relevant for:

Industry (operators, service providers, vendors) Standards development organisations Academia and research organisations Governmental bodies.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of fixed optical networks, engage directly with industry and academic experts, contribute to shaping the vision for F6G, and be part of the conversation on the development of next-generation standards and technologies.

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Event type: TG Open Sessions
Event Technology: Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC)

ETSI is pleased to host the ESTIMED Hackathon #1 that will take place from 28 October to 30 October 2025 in ETSI and online.

The project called ESTIMED (Enabling Standardized IoT deployments in MEC Environments for advanced systems) is co-funded by the European Commission and EFTA. It brings together open standards from ETSI ISG MEC (Multi-access Edge Computing) and oneM2M into a horizontal platform for interoperable and scalable IoT systems.

Join the hackathon and help spark innovation in oneM2M and MEC.
The ESTIMED Hackathon #1 invites developers, researchers, and innovators to collaborate and build cutting-edge applications leveraging oneM2M IoT standards and ETSI MEC edge computing technologies.

Deadline to register: 10 October 2025

Hackathon Objectives

Propose innovative use cases that solve real-world problems using oneM2M and MEC capabilities in IoT and edge computing. Design high-level architectures that demonstrate how combining oneM2M and MEC can address the identified challenges. Develop prototype applications using available oneM2M/MEC configurations and open-source platforms.

Who Should Join?

This hackathon is especially designed for:

Research organizations. Universities. SMEs.

Why Attend?

Gain in-depth understanding of oneM2M and MEC standards. Acquire hands-on experience with open-source platforms. Explore and validate innovative business ideas. Team up with innovative developers and experts and build a strong professional network. Solve real-world challenges to enrich your portfolio.

For more details please visit the dedicated event page: https://estimed.etsi.org/news/20250301_estimed_1/ 

 

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Event type: Webinars

28 October 2025, 11:00 CET (Paris time) - on ETSI BRIGHTTALK CHANNEL 

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Event type: Interoperability Events
Event Technology: Public safety & emergency communications, Testing languages

ETSI is organizing, with the support of the European Union (EU), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), the Critical Communications Association (TCCA) and the Union Internationale des Chemins de fer (UIC), the 5th FRMCS (Future Railway Mobile Communication System) Plugtests event, which will be hosted by the UIC in Paris, France from 27 to 31 October 2025. 

What are the objectives and scope of the 5th FRMCS Plugtests event?

Interoperability and the harmonisation of mission-critical services are key challenges in successfully deploying and operating mobile broadband communication systems across various sectors, particularly in railways.

The FRMCS Plugtests events aim to validate the understanding of FRMCS standards and the interoperability of diverse implementations through a range of test scenarios based on the 3GPP Mission Critical Services framework, explicitly focusing on railway-specific features.

This event provides a collaborative environment where vendors, operators, and railway organizations can test their solutions, ensuring that equipment from different manufacturers works together seamlessly. Achieving interoperability and standard harmonisation is essential for the effective rollout of FRMCS, as reliable communication is critical for safe, efficient, and well-coordinated railway operations.

This FRMCS Plugtests event is part of the MCX Plugtests programme.

The tests will be based on 3GPP, ETSI and IETF standards, and are designed for the following equipment:

FRMCS capable MCX Application Servers (MCPTT, MCDATA, MCVIDEO) FRMCS capable MCX Clients (MCPTT, MCDATA, MCVIDEO) UEs and Cab Radios eMBMS Components IMS / SIP Cores Consoles and Control Rooms Test Equipments RAN Equipment (gNB) Packet cores (5GC)

The purpose and scope of the FRMCS Plugtests event are to test independently and jointly all components of the Mobile communication System for Railways. Railway-related test cases are available in ETSI TS 103 564. Additional railway-oriented test cases focusing on GSM-R Interworking and Migration and Interconnection for MC services will also be developed for this Plugtests.

Who can participate?

Vendors which develop and produce above mentioned equipment. All vendors must actively participate in the testing railway features. Products have to support Rail features like functional aliases, multi-talker, etc. Observers, which can be government organisations, mobile network operators, railways operators, users, agencies or regulators. Observers are welcome to help define the scope (i.e.functionality to be tested) for this event and to evaluate the tests statistics in the TRT (Test Reporting Tool).  New Vendors and Observers have to sign the Rules of Engagement and Non-Disclosure Agreement of the MCX Plugtests Programme to participate.

What are the advantages of attending the FRMCS Plugtests event?

To assess the level of interoperability of your implementations To validate your understanding of the standards To test with (many) other real implementations and demonstrate end-to-end interoperability To debug your implementation: early bug fixing, saving time and costs To promote the technology and the ecosystem

The Plugtests observer program

The focus of the observer program will be to examine and discuss the progress of deployment and the challenges of FRMCS. The observer program will be held onsite and will provide a platform to the various stake holders in railways to discuss the progress of FRMCS. 

The observer program will also include interoperability demos from interested vendors, which will show how their solutions meet the FRMCS Plugtests test cases and observer scenario use cases.

This Plugtests event is organized by ETSI and is co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

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Event type: Webinars

21 October 15:00 CEST (Paris Time) - on ETSI BRIGHTTALK CHANNEL

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Event type: ETSI @ External Events
Event Technology: 5G, Broadband Wireless Access, Fifth Generation Fixed Network (F5G), Mobile Communications, Open Source MANO, Radio, Satellite Communications

ETSI is pleased to endorse and participate in Network X, which will take place from 14 to 16 October 2025 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris, France.

No matter your focus - fixed networks, mobile innovation, optical transport, satellite connectivity, data centres, or AI-driven solutions - Network X brings it all under one roof. From 5G and FWA to fibre, Wi-Fi, and edge computing, Network X delivers cutting-edge insights and practical strategies to monetise innovation. Engage in targeted networking, explore transformative technologies, and connect with decision-makers shaping the future of connectivity. 

ETSI @Network-X 2025:

ETSI will actively contribute to the conference programme, with several sessions and speakers featured:

• Partner Workshop: AI for Networks and Networks for AI - The ETSI Software approach featuring ETSI SDGs
14 October - Expo stage

• Panel Discussion: API monetisation strategies: who’s paying, who’s building, who’s winning? featuring Vasilios Theodorou, Chair of ETSI OpenOP
14 October - Mobile Services stream

• Panel Discussion: Creating developer-first telco APIs featuring David Artunedo Guillen, Chair of ETSI OpenCAPIF
14 October - Mobile Services stream

• Panel Discussion: What’s Next for Matter & How do Operators Benefit? featuring Olivier Ferveur, ETSI ISG F5G Chair
14 October - WiFi Networks and Services stream

• Panel Discussion: Cloud Native Automation featuring Francisco-Javier Ramon Salguero, ETSI OSM Chair
15 October - Mobile Networks stream           

• Partner Workshop: AI and Intelligent FTTR: Shaping the Future of In-Home Connectivity featuring ETSI F5G
16 October - Expo stage

• Panel Discussion: Wi-Fi, Satellite, AI and 6G for an interoperable, ubiquitous and robust next-generation network featuring David Boswarthick, Director of Strategy and Innovation, ETSI
16 October - Headliners stage

 • Presentation: ETSI Standards update featuring Marcello Pagnozzi, Director of Standards Development Centre, ETSI
16 October - Mobile Networks stream

 • Presentation: Non-Terrestrial Networks in 5G and in 6G featuring Nicolas Chuberre, ETSI TC SES Vice Chair
16 October - Mobile Networks stream

For more details on the session, please check out the online agenda

 

Please note that a 15% discount is available for the ETSI Community with the code = ETSI15
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Note: any members or subscribers that are service providers can claim a complimentary operator pass

Mark your calendars and join us in Paris this October to participate in the conversation that's defining tomorrow's telecommunications landscape!