Application Security Testing (AST) Market Set for Explosive Growth, Projected to Reach $11.8 Billion by 2030
MIDDLETON, Mass., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- QKS Group, a premier market intelligence and advisory firm, has unveiled its latest comprehensive analysis of the global Application Security Testing (AST) Market, providing crucial insights for industry leaders aiming to capitalize on this rapidly evolving segment. The newly released reports- 'Market Share: Application Security Testing (AST), 2024, Worldwide & Regional Report' and 'Market Forecast: Application Security Testing, 2025-2030, Worldwide & Regional Report' - reveal a projected market valuation of $11.8 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 18.18% from 2025 to 2030. This analysis equips businesses with the strategic intelligence needed to navigate the dynamic AST landscape and make informed decisions as the market scales new heights.
The Next Growth Frontier in Application Security Testing (AST)
Application Security Testing (AST) is transforming application security with cutting-edge capabilities like AI-driven detection, AI-assisted remediation, and real-time risk analytics. These capabilities enable organizations to enhance application security posture, enhance developer productivity, and accelerate the secure development of applications. As organizations are facing rising security threats and stringent compliance requirements, AST solutions are a critical component of DevSecOps strategies, ensuring the development of resilient and secure applications in the evolving digital landscape.
According to Tanuj Paulose, Analyst at QKS Group, "The future demand of AST solutions will be driven by AI-driven vulnerability detection and remediation, the shift-left approach in DevSecOps, and the growing need for API and cloud-native security testing. As security threats are continuously evolving and compliance requirements are becoming stringent, organizations are prioritizing proactive, scalable, and automated security testing to enhance the security posture of applications. By incorporating security testing across the software development lifecycle, organizations can enhance resilience, reduce risk, and ensure robust application security in the evolving digital landscape."
Key Market Insights from QKS Group's Report
- Global and Regional Market Analysis: An in-depth examination of worldwide and regional AST adoption trends, competitive landscapes, and future growth projections.
- Competitive Benchmarking: A comparative analysis of top AST vendors, their market positioning, and strategic differentiators.
- Industry Adoption Trends: Insights into which sectors are investing most heavily in AST solutions and why.
- Technology Disruption & AI's Role in AST: Discover how AI, API and cloud-native security testing, and automation are transforming AST solutions to deliver scalable and intelligent solutions - ensuring robust application security in the evolving digital landscape.
Market Leaders & Competitive Landscape
The report covers key industry players, including Black Duck, Checkmarx, Veracode, OpenText, HCLSoftware, Snyk, GitLab, GitHub, Onapsis, Contrast Security, Sonar, and Mend.io.
Why This Matters for AMR Vendors
For CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs of Application Security Testing (AST) providers, these insights are pivotal for uncovering untapped market potential, refining strategic direction, and outpacing emerging competitors. As organizations expand investments in application security and DevSecOps, vendors must deliver AST solutions that deliver accurate results, seamless integrations, and real-time risk analytics – enhancing the security posture of applications during development.
Get Access to Exclusive Market Insights (single report or subscription offering)
Market Share: Application Security Testing, 2024, Worldwide
https://qksgroup.com/market-research/market-share-application-security-testing-2024-worldwide-2382
Market Forecast: Application Security Testing, 2025-2030, Worldwide
https://qksgroup.com/market-research/market-forecast-application-security-testing-2025-2030-worldwide-2186
The comprehensive research package includes:
- Most Comprehensive Market Forecast Analysis: A separate market forecast report for each of the regions, including North America, Asia Pacific, European Union, MEA, Latin America
- Unmatched Competitive Analysis: A separate market share report for each of the regions, including North America, Asia Pacific, European Union, MEA, Latin America
- QKS TrendsNXT on AST Market
- QKS TAMSAM Insights report on AST Market
- Exclusive Analyst Advisory Sessions for strategic decision making and validation
About QKS Group
QKS Group, formerly Quadrant Knowledge Solutions, is a leading global advisory and research firm, dedicated to empowering technology innovators to accelerate their growth journeys and enable technology adopters to achieve their digital transformation objectives.
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