CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is the world’s most influential technology event, hosted annually in Las Vegas. The 2026 show took place from January 6-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and other venues across the city.
đ Show Scale and Attendance
The 2026 show marked a strong post-pandemic rebound:
- Attendance: Drew 148,000 attendees, the largest since before the pandemic. Over 55,000 of these guests traveled from international markets.
- Exhibitors: Featured 4,100 exhibitors.
- Exhibit Space: Covered 2.6 million net square feet of exhibit space.
- Startups: Dedicated zone Eureka Park hosted 1,230 startups, up from just 94 when it launched in 2012.
- Global Reach: Drew participants from over 155 countries and territories.
đ Audience Profile
- Over 60% represented Fortune 500 companies.
- More than 55% were senior-level executives.
- Approximately 6,900 global media professionals attended.
đ Key Technology Highlights
AI dominated the show floor, embedded across every sector from intelligent manufacturing to personalized healthcare. Major themes included:
- Artificial Intelligence: AMD unveiled new AI-focused products including the Ryzen AI 400 Series and MI440X GPU, committing $150 million to bring AI into classrooms. Siemens and NVIDIA expanded their partnership to build an industrial AI operating system, launching Digital Twin Composer software.
- Robotics (“Physical AI”): Humanoid robots emerged as a major frontier, with exhibitors including Hyundai, Unitree, and Richtech Robotics showcasing adaptable machines capable of complex real-world tasks.
- Mobility and Autonomous Vehicles: BMW, John Deere, Caterpillar, and Sony Honda Mobility featured next-gen vehicles, robotaxis, and autonomous shuttles.
- Digital Health: Wearables and monitoring devices from Abbott, Withings, and AARP focused on accessibility, early detection, and virtual nursing.
- Smart Home and Energy: Innovations in battery storage and smart home management from Samsung, LG, Bosch, and Jackery.
đ˘ Major Company Announcements
- Lenovo hosted its Tech World event at the Las Vegas Sphere, unveiling the Lenovo Qira AI platform and the Motorola Razr Fold folding phone.
- Caterpillar announced its Cat AI Assistant, signaling a high-tech shift for the heavy machinery company.
- AMD’s opening keynote drew thousands of attendees, filling the venue to capacity.
The 2027 CES is expected to return to Las Vegas in January.
