GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, GAC’s independently developed Quark E-Drive power domain control system has achieved the world’s first dual certification for deeply integrated ASIL D functional safety and information security, accredited by DAkkS, Germany’s national accreditation body. The certification was evaluated and issued by SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd. (SGS), a globally recognized certification authority.

ISO 26262 is the internationally recognized core standard for automotive functional safety. Within this framework, ASIL D represents the highest automotive safety integrity level, requiring near-zero tolerance for safety-critical failures. Achieving an ASIL D certification accredited by DAkkS signifies that the certified product meets the highest globally accepted standards for automotive safety.

The certified Quark E-Drive power domain control system has been in production use since February 2025, and is now deployed across multiple models under GAC’s brands – HYPTEC and AION. As the industry’s first electric drive power domain system based on deep integration using a single main control chip, the solution significantly reduces chip count, minimizes risks associated with chip-level failures, and boosts motor controller efficiency to as high as 99.9%. The certification confirms that GAC has completed the system’s full product development lifecycle in strict compliance with ISO 26262:2018 functional safety and ISO/SAE 21434:2021 information security standards.

Throughout the project, GAC Technology Research Center worked closely with SGS experts, strengthening safety design across all development phases while ensuring engineering feasibility and an optimal user experience.

Zhao Hui, Vice President of SGS China, commented: “The successful certification highlights GAC’s strong team and robust development systems. We are pleased to support the safety of the Quark E-Drive and look forward to closer collaboration.”

This milestone represents a major breakthrough for GAC in e-drive safety and sets a new global benchmark for the intelligent electric vehicle industry.

• CATL opens Middle East’s first NING SERVICE Experience Center in Riyadh —currently the largest new energy aftermarket facility outside China.
• The facility offers comprehensive full-lifecycle after-sales support, cultivates local technical talent and accelerates the deployment of advanced electrification and energy storage solutions.
• It also functions as a regional ecosystem hub linking diverse stakeholders and resources to drive industrial synergy and sustainable growth.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On January 10, 2026, CATL opened the Middle East’s first and currently the largest new energy aftermarket facility outside China—the NING SERVICE Experience Center in Riyadh—strengthening its after-sales presence in the Middle East and supporting the region’s shift toward cleaner energy systems.

The opening comes as Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East advance ambitious electrification and decarbonization goals under Vision 2030 and similar national initiatives. Taking Saudi Arabia as an example, The Kingdom has set a goal to transition 30% of all vehicles in Riyadh to electric by 2030, as part of a larger strategy to reduce emissions in the capital city by 50%. Sustainability policies are also driving the shift to electric equipment, such as promoting the use of electric forklifts, while encouraging the use of green energy on farms under the Saudi Green Initiative. However, progress is tempered by persistent challenges, including longstanding oil dependency, surging electricity demand, extreme climatic conditions, and limited charging and service infrastructure.

Strategically designed to overcome these obstacles, the Riyadh facility offers comprehensive full-lifecycle after-sales support, cultivates local technical talent and accelerates the deployment of advanced electrification and energy storage solutions. 

Covering more than 7,000 square meters, the Riyadh center combines exhibition areas, diagnostics and maintenance zones, refurbishment facilities, training spaces, and a customer lounge. It is designed to serve not only as a localized service hub for the region and a showcase of CATL’s system-level capabilities across electric mobility, energy storage, and intelligent electrification, but also as a platform that links diverse resources, fostering industrial synergy across the ecosystem.

A full-lifecycle approach to new energy services

Relying on CATL’s deep R&D and extreme manufacturing capabilities, NING SERVICE Experience Center provides customers with full-lifecycle services that encompass battery diagnostics, repair, maintenance, rework, training, recycling, aftermarket logistics and warehousing. Its services span over seven major product categories—from passenger and commercial vehicles to energy storage systems—along with diverse repair scenarios, setting a new benchmark for new energy service delivery in the region.

Leveraging CATL’s advanced diagnostics and repair expertise, along with established service processes, the center’s comprehensive after-sales services

helps enterprise customers reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and extend asset life, providing greater certainty around long-term performance and residual value while reducing long-term ownership costs and delivering more cost-effective and reliable services for end users.

Advancing localized operations and capability building

The Riyadh center serves as a key platform for CATL’s localized operations in the Middle East, supporting talent development and long-term local value creation. Through dedicated training facilities, CATL builds after-sales and technical expertise in the new energy sector, contributing to skilled employment and knowledge transfer across the Middle East. Globally, NING SERVICE operates 10 training centers, totalling 2,300 square meters, and has certified more than 9,700 new energy after-sales professionals through partnerships with vocational institutions.

Beyond talent development, CATL is deepening its localization strategy by reinforcing local infrastructure and building ecosystem partnerships. CATL is in discussion with top-tier local industry players—including fuel network operators to rapidly provide green electricity to gas stations and major infrastructure companies to electrify their truck fleets, as well as energy companies to deploy solar-plus-storage solutions.

These initiatives not only bolster CATL’s local service capabilities and market confidence, but also by enabling key partners, jointly drive the scaled adoption of comprehensive new energy solutions across the Middle East.

“As a leading energy company in Saudi Arabia, we see tremendous opportunities in energy transformation. For instance, we plan to deploy solar-plus-storage solutions at our gas stations and electrify forklifts to reduce reliance on oil. We look forward to collaborating with top players like CATL to drive this transition forward,” said Ahmed Ibrahim，Assistant General Manager For Procurement of Al Drees, a leading provider of petroleum and logistics services in Saudi Arabia.

“The launch of CATL’s Riyadh aftermarket flagship underscores our shared commitment to driving the global energy transition. This milestone not only reflects the growing demand for sustainable solutions in Saudi Arabia but also embodies our collective vision for a cleaner, electrified future. As the investor behind the experience centre, we are confident that this partnership will accelerate electrification and strengthen the region’s role in advancing the energy transition.” said Lin Chaofan, CEO of F4S. 

Part of a global network

The Saudi Arabia opening builds on CATL’s global service footprint, which includes more than 1,200 professional service stations across 76 countries and 73 spare-parts warehouses worldwide. CATL ranks No. 1 globally in spare parts inventory stocked with 100% genuine parts, with a total warehouse area of more than 370,000 square meters. To date, NING SERVICE has supported more than six million electric vehicles, providing professional after-sales services for passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and energy storage customers.

A long-term commitment to the Middle East

Bruce Li, President of Quality System, Aftermarket Business, Battery Management System Department at CATL, said the Riyadh center reflects a strategic, long-term view of the region.

“Our decision to establish this center in Riyadh is not only a commercial choice, but a long-term commitment,” Li said. “As the first NING SERVICE Experience Center in the Middle East, it is more than a service facility. It is a new energy aftermarket ecosystem hub that brings together advanced technology, professional training, and industry collaboration—effectively connecting diverse stakeholders and resources to foster deeper synergy and sustainable growth across the region. Starting from here, CATL will continue to expand its after-sales service network across the Middle East, align closely with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, and support the region’s energy transition through a reliable, end-to-end service system.”

As the Middle East accelerates its shift toward electrification and energy storage adoption, CATL’s expanded NING SERVICE presence is poised to deliver the technical reliability and sustained partnerships essential for this transformation.

SINGAPORE, Jan. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On January 10, 2026, SeaVerse announced the global launch of the world’s first AI-native creation and deployment platform. SeaVerse integrates large language models, image generation, video generation, and AI agents, enabling users to package any creative idea into a product—demo, application, or web page—with just a single prompt. SeaVerse addresses the challenge of fragmented AI tools by emphasizing “All in AI Native,” representing a forward-looking revolution for AI creators and teams.

SeaVerse’s innovation lies in its departure from traditional workflows using separate tools. Instead, it builds an end-to-end AI-native loop—from generation to preview, publishing to iteration—all within the same workspace. Users start with natural language, view results directly, and deploy online without additional setup.

The platform supports collaborative development. After publishing, developers can invite collaborators to experience, provide feedback, and contribute improvements within the same workflow and product instance, enabling teams to move from prototypes to production-ready outcomes in one environment.

“All in AI Native”

• Generate everything: Create multimodal assets (images, videos, music, games) from a single prompt. Input “a futuristic 3D racing game” to simultaneously generate scenes, music, code, and videos—all in one workspace.
• Build the product for you: Combine AI-generated outputs into runnable products. Transform game scenes, models, code, and sounds into a complete, playable game—not just isolated assets.
• One-Click Publish: Publish with one click—no servers, domains, or scripts needed. Games auto-deploy to the cloud with shareable links, playable directly in browsers.

Collaborative Iteration: Team members comment, provide feedback, and improve directly on the platform. All modifications occur in the same product instance with automatic version syncing.

“Our goal is to collapse the distance between an idea and a real product,” said SeaVerse’s CEO. “SeaVerse’s ‘All in AI Native’ capabilities help creators deliver faster and iterate more conveniently.” This enables the vision of “one person as a team.”

SeaVerse is building the world’s first AI-native creation and deployment platform, designed to help anyone move from idea to deployable product in one place. As the name suggests: create a universe from a single idea.

To learn more, visit https://www.seaverse.ai 

The global innovation stage delivers unprecedented momentum, redefining what’s possible across every industry, and revealing how tech shapes every part of our lives

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CES® 2026, the most powerful tech event in the world, is wrapping up four days of innovators showing up. The largest post-pandemic CES welcomed more than 148,000 attendees from around the globe, including some 6900 media. More than 55% of CES attendees were senior-level executives, reinforcing the event’s status as a premier gathering for industry leaders and decision-makers. CES 2026 moved from theory to the practical application of how technology is integrating seamlessly into our lives. With more than 4100 exhibitors, including some 1200 startups, CES 2026 highlights technology that is solving some of the world’s greatest challenges. The future is no longer arriving; it is here – and CES 2026 is where it was deployed across 2.6 million net square feet of exhibit space.

“CES is the world’s most powerful proving ground for innovation,” said Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, owner and producer of CES. “CES is more than a showcase; it’s where technology meets community, business, and policy. Global leaders, startups, and policymakers came together to highlight technologies that will define the next decade of economic growth and competitiveness.”

CES 2026 by the Numbers*

• 2.6M+ net square feet of exhibit space
• 4100+ exhibitors, including some 1200 startups
• 148,000+ attendees, including more than 55,000 international attendees
• Some 6900 global media, content creators, and industry analysts
• Over 60% of Fortune 500 companies
• More than 55% of CES attendees were senior-level executives
• 400+ conference sessions with 1300+ speakers
• 200+ government attendees
• 37,000+ news stories and content

*pre-audit figure

“The energy at CES 2026 was extraordinary,” said Kinsey Fabrizio, President, CTA. “CES brings the global tech ecosystem together for an unmatched volume of deal-making, partnerships, and idea-sharing. The innovation unveiled this week spanning AI, quantum, mobility, robotics, health, and so much more, underscores CES as the global stage where bold ideas move from vision to reality.”

CES proudly upholds its reputation as one of the most transparent trade shows in the world by adhering to the rigorous auditing standards established by UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. To ensure the integrity of its reporting, CES engages independent auditors, reinforcing trust and confidence among stakeholders. In the spring, CES will publish the CES 2026 Audit, outlining confirmed attendance figures and more.

To catch all the highlights and announcements from CES 2026, visit the CES Content Hub, CES Newsroom, CES Tech Talk Podcast, and CES YouTube. Watch the CES 2026 State of the Industry Address here, where Shapiro and Fabrizio shared the stage with Cristiano Amon, CEO and President, Qualcomm.

CES 2026 Highlights
America Celebrates 250 Years
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Rosie Rios, Chair of America250, offered a first look at the super centennial programs celebrating the American spirit of innovation and announced a new national initiative, America Innovates, the country’s first national university entrepreneurship competition.

Accessibility
Accessibility technology is increasingly focused on breaking down everyday barriers by making devices and environments more usable for people of all abilities through AI, wearables, and tools that support independent living. Wearables like AR glasses, smart watches, and rings now offer real-time assistance, personalized alerts, and advanced health tracking, while many smartphones integrate features such as live captioning,
enhanced magnification, object identification, and at-home hearing tests. In the home, voice assistants, smart appliances, and security systems are helping older adults safely age in place, showing how accessibility innovation is improving quality of life and expanding independence worldwide.
Exhibitors included: ATDev, Digireha Inc., .lumen, Revimo, Tombot, WheelMove, WiRobotics

Artificial Intelligence 
The world is shifting from digital transformation to intelligent transformation, with AI fundamentally reshaping enterprise operations, worker roles, and everyday life. Already, AI is driving significant gains in productivity, customer experience, and healthcare outcomes. AI is evolving across multiple frontiers, including digital twins, agentic AI, vertical AI, industrial AI, and physical AI in robotics.

Exhibitors included: AMD, DEEPX, Lenovo, LG Electronics, NVIDIA, NXP Semiconductors, Omi, PLAUD Inc., Samsung Electronics, Soundhound AI, TCL, XREAL

Content & Entertainment
Streaming services are evolving beyond subscriber counts, focusing on ecosystem integration, bundled offerings, and premium original content to build lasting audience loyalty. FAST TV is gaining traction as an ad-supported alternative, while short-form social video is reshaping viewing habits. Media companies are responding with flexible formats, bingeable IP, and AI-driven discovery to define the next era of entertainment.
Exhibitors included: Amazon Prime Video, Charter Communications, Dolby, Marriott International, Meta, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Netflix, Onanoff Ltd., Reddit Inc., Roku, Inc., SiriusXM, Snap Inc., The Trade Desk, Inc., Uber, X  Xperi, Xumo  

Digital Health 
Digital health continues to accelerate, with innovations focused on accessibility, early detection, outcome prediction, and virtual nursing. At CES 2026, these breakthroughs were showcased at the Venetian alongside smart home technologies designed to support living and aging in place. From wearables and FDA-approved over-the-counter monitoring devices to telehealth and agentic AI, digital health solutions are expanding access to care, empowering consumers, and supporting clinicians. The Digital Health Mixer drew leaders from across the health care and technology industry to foster collaboration and accelerate digital health innovation.
Exhibitors included: AARP, Abbott, Earflo Inc., myolab.ai, Vivoo, Withings 

Energy 
CES 2026 showcased next-gen energy solutions that can transform mobility, industry, and homes. Battery-electric, hydrogen fuel cells, plug-in hybrids, and extended-range EVs were featured across everything from e-bikes to heavy-duty construction and agricultural vehicles. Beyond transportation, breakthroughs in large-scale and residential battery energy storage, smart home energy management devices, and portable power systems are strengthening grid reliability and meeting rising demand. There is also an expansion in solar, small modular nuclear reactors, and nuclear fusion.
Exhibitors included: Donut Lab, Evotrex, Flint Paper Battery, Jackery, Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), SPOG Trailers, Stryten Energy, Superheat

Enterprise 
Enterprise technology now depends on foundational capabilities such as 5G, cloud, cybersecurity, robotics, and AI, which have become essential for competing in the modern economy. At CES 2026, the full enterprise stack was on display, including chips, edge computing, mobile technologies, and enterprise XR that strengthen collaboration, improve productivity, and extend digital capabilities across workforces and industrial settings.
Exhibitors included: Amazon Ring, Cerence AI, Qualcomm, Siemens, Wisdomain 

Mobility 
Travel is becoming a smarter, safer, and more stylish experience. Modern autonomous vehicles now leverage advanced sensors paired with intelligent software and AI mapping tools that adapt in real time to traffic, weather, and road conditions for smoother, more reliable journeys. The rise of robotaxis, autonomous shuttles, and even self-driving bikes and scooters is expanding mobility options and redefining transportation. Innovation isn’t limited to the road. Agriculture, construction, and industrial technology are rapidly evolving as automation, electrification, and AI makes farms and worksites safer, cleaner, and more sustainable.
Exhibitors included: BMW, Brunswick Corporation, Caterpillar, Doosan Bobcat, Geely, John Deere, Oshkosh, Pliyt, Qualcomm, Sony Honda Mobility Inc., Tensor Auto

Robotics 
Robotics descended upon CES 2026 as “physical AI,” turning breakthroughs in artificial intelligence into adaptable machines capable of delivering complex real-world outcomes. Innovation is accelerating through analytical AI, which enables robots to process more data and make smarter decisions, and generative AI, which powers simulation-based training so robots learn through virtual experience rather than rigid programming. Humanoid robots are emerging as a major frontier, moving from single-task roles toward collaborative assistants, while robotics overall is expanding across home, industrial, medical, supply chain, and mobility applications to improve safety, efficiency, and workforce resilience.
Exhibitors included: Hyundai, Primech AI, Richtech Robotics, Sharpa, Tuya, Yarbo International Inc., YuShu Technology Co., Ltd. (Unitree) 

Smart Glasses and Wearables 
Wearables continue to grow in value across health, fitness, accessibility, and entertainment, driven by momentum in smart and AR glasses as well as expanding smartwatch and smart ring markets. At CES 2026, the latest smart glasses evolved with generative AI voice interfaces for hands-free daily use, plus features like real-time translation, recording, and even QR payments. Health-focused wearables are also gaining traction, ranging from earbuds pursuing FDA approval for over-the-counter hearing aid capabilities to advanced ECG smartwatches and increasingly capable smart rings. These devices are seeing wider adoption, with doctors beginning to recommend them for tracking meaningful wellness data.
Exhibitors included: Asus, Omi, Pulsetto, Ltd., RingConn LLC, Ultrahuman Healthcare Private Limited

Smart Home 
The smart home ecosystem now covers  appliances, assistants, energy management, entertainment, robots, and security with solutions focused on consumer control, convenience, and sustainability. AI-driven personalization and predictive automation are becoming standard, enabling homes to anticipate needs through adaptive security, lighting, appliances, and thermostats that learn routines and optimize performance.
Exhibitors included: Bosch, Dreame Innovation Technology, LG Electronics, Samsung Electronics, SwitchBot

Startups 
Eureka Park is where innovators, investors, and the media show up to meet with startups innovating in areas including accessibility, AI, digital health, enterprise, robotics, and smart home. Some 1200 startups launched their products in 40+ global pavilions.
Exhibitors included: Core Devices, Coroflo, Iceplosion LLC, Nosh Robotics, Skwheel

Dedicated Communities Across the CES Campus
CES Foundry 
Attendees flooded CES Foundry, a central destination for deep exploration of next-generation technologies, drawing strong crowds Jan. 7-8 at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Focused on AI and quantum, CES Foundry brought emerging technologies to life through immersive stages, hands-on demonstrations, and curated opportunities for connection. Attendees heard from global leaders including AMD, AWS, Brunswick, and Hitachi, while Foundry Demos showcased software in action from innovators such as D-Wave Quantum, IBM, Monks, and SuperQ. The CES Foundry Celebration Event, presented by IBM, JobsOhio, Vector, and Washington, D.C., capped the experience with high-level networking among leaders shaping what’s next.

C Space^® 
C Space at CES 2026 was buzzing with energy and ideas as marketers, media executives, creators, and brand leaders packed the sessions and networking lounges. C Space is where decision makers meet to forge deals, explore trends, and unveil the latest technologies reshaping the industry. The C Space Studio hosted exclusive 1:1 interviews with industry visionaries.

Keynotes 
CES keynotes featured major announcements and groundbreaking insights by some of tech’s all-stars.

AMD
AMD’s keynote generated extraordinary interest, drawing thousands of attendees and filling the venue to capacity, including standing room. With demand exceeding available space, thousands more streamed the keynote. AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su discussed how the company’s portfolio of AI products and deep cross-industry collaborations are turning the promise of AI into real-world impact, highlighting that AI is everywhere and for everyone. Su unveiled new AI-focused products, including the Ryzen AI 400 Series for next-gen AI PCs, the MI440X GPU for enterprise, and the Ryzen AI Halo developer platform, emphasizing AI integration from data centers to edge devices and real-world applications with partners like OpenAI. She also provided an early look at its “Helios” rack-scale platform. Michael Kratsios, Director of the U.S. Office of Science and Technology Policy, joined Su on stage for a conversation on the role of public-private collaboration in advancing AI innovation, competitiveness, and opportunity. AMD announced a commitment of $150 million to bring AI into more classrooms and communities. 

Siemens
Siemens AG President and CEO, Roland Busch, unveiled technologies to accelerate the industrial AI revolution. NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang joined Busch on stage to expand their partnership to build the industrial AI operating system. Siemens launched Digital Twin Composer software to power the industrial metaverse at scale. Athina Kanioura, CEO, Latin America and Global Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer of PepsiCo discussed how PepsiCo uses the Digital Twin Composer software to simulate upgrades to its facilities in the U.S. with plans to scale globally. Siemens highlighted new technologies for accelerating drug discovery, autonomous driving, and shop floor efficiency. In manufacturing, Siemens announced a collaboration to bring Industrial AI to Meta Ray-Ban AI Glasses. 

Havas
At C Space, Yannick Bolloré, CEO and Chairman at Havas and Vivendi Chairman, sat with Jim Stengel to cover how the convergence of technology and human ingenuity is unlocking unprecedented creative possibilities. As brands and creators navigate this new era, collaboration between tech and talent will define the next wave of storytelling. Bolloré also announced AVA, a new AI-powered platform designed to help teams move from brief to breakthrough in record time.

All-In Interview with McKinsey and General Catalyst
Jason Calacanis, Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, and Co-Host of the All-In podcast, alongside Bob Sternfels, Global Managing Partner at McKinsey & Company, and Hemant Taneja, CEO of General Catalyst, explored how AI is reshaping strategy, investment, and innovation, offering candid insights into the opportunities and challenges ahead for businesses navigating this technological shift. The keynote was a live taping of the All-In podcast.

Lenovo Tech World at Sphere
Lenovo made a bold statement bringing its Tech World experience inside the iconic Sphere in Las Vegas. Lenovo Chairman and CEO, Yuanqing Yang, delivered a fully immersive showcase centered on AI and real-world applications, with leaders from AMD, FIFA, Intel, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and Sphere joining him throughout the presentation. Plus, he announced a new artificial intelligence platform, Lenovo Qira, and unveiled several new devices including ThinkPads in the Aura edition portfolio and Motorola’s first folding phone that opens like a book, the Razr Fold.

Caterpillar
Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed took the stage with a message that the company isn’t just about heavy machinery anymore — it’s going high-tech. His keynote painted a bold picture of Caterpillar’s future, where advanced technologies are redefining construction and equipment. Creed announced the Cat AI Assistant, making it easier for customers to buy, maintain, manage, and operate their equipment. The launch redefines how work gets done by combining data, AI, and heavy equipment to help customers improve productivity, efficiency, and safety. 

ŌURA
CEO Tom Hale joined Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow on stage at the CES Leaders in Technology Dinner to explore how wearables are revolutionizing personal health tracking and the demographics driving adoption. The conversation highlighted the rapid growth of the wearables market and the significant opportunities ahead as technology empowers consumers and transforms healthcare.

Conference Programming
CES 2026 offered more than 400 conference sessions from more than 1300 speakers.

• The CES Accessibility Stage, powered by Verizon Accessibility, debuted at CES 2026. Conversations covered inclusive design, wearables, and how AI can help. Experts from Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and more took the stage.
• C Space brought together the marketing and advertising community. Sessions with speakers from Best Buy, 3C Ventures, and more covered digital habits, personalization, and content.
• CES Creator Space moved into Central Hall and was open to all attendees. Sessions led by industry experts discussed the creator economy, partnerships, and metrics.
• CES Foundry opened its doors as the premier destination for AI and quantum breakthroughs. Featuring live demos, two stages of immersive content, and unparalleled networking opportunities, the inaugural CES Foundry is where emerging leaders and established names converged to have conservations about how AI and quantum can improve the way we live, work, and connect with one another. Kratsios and Fabrizio explored how innovation, collaboration, and policy are driving America’s AI leadership.
• The Digital Health Summit brought together the entire health ecosystem to learn, network, and explore the role technology plays in advancing medicine, healthcare, and consumer wellness.
  • Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, discussed what’s coming next in AI, data, digital health innovation, policy, and payment.
• The Great Minds series explored the intersection of technology and humanity. Featured speakers included C-Suite executives, philanthropists, influencers, government leaders, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and more.
• The Innovation Policy Summit advanced CTA’s Innovation Agenda. CES brought together policymakers and government guests from around the world to discuss domestic and global tech policy issues including AI, privacy, trade, competition, and more. Conference sessions featured Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr, U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (MN); Ben Ray Luján (NM), Gary C. Peters (MI), and Jacky Rosen (NV).
• Manufacturing, a new track at CES 2026, featured speakers like National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) President and CEO Jay Timmons and SME Executive Director and CEO Jeannine Kunz. Sessions covered the technologies, partnerships, and workforce training that power resilient, competitive manufacturing.
  • Plus, the Advanced Manufacturing Showcase produced by CTA and SME featured automation technology, advanced materials, and industrial software.
• The Mobility Stage, presented by Bosch in West Hall, covered autonomous vehicles, the in-vehicle experience, and trade.
• The Startup Stage in Eureka Park brought together visionaries to discuss AI, health, startup funding, and more.

Celebrities at CES 
Celebrity brand ambassadors and speakers like Alexis Ohanian, Chris Paul, Hank Shocklee, Jimmy Butler, RZA (Bobby Diggs), Sean Astin, Serena Williams, Steve Aoki, Stevie Wonder, Travis Scott, Tyler Florence, will.i.am, and more attended the show. Plus, a special performance at Lenovo’s Tech World and a guest appearance by Alex Morgan.  

Visit CES or the CES App, sponsored by Panasonic, for keynotes, sessions, and product announcements. View the high-res image gallery and download B-roll. Check out news from this week with CTA press releases including CES 2026 Green Grants program, America250 at CES, and the U.S. Consumer Technology Industry Forecast.

Innovators will show up again next year to celebrate 60 years of CES – January 6-9, 2027 in Las Vegas.

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