CES 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Technology
LAS VEGAS – CES® 2025 drew over 141,000 attendees, marking a significant gathering of the global tech community. The event featured more than 4,500 exhibitors, including 1,400 startups, and hosted over 6,000 media representatives. CES 2025 highlighted innovations addressing global challenges and showcasing the future of technology.
“CES is where innovation comes to life,” stated Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, which owns and produces CES. “From the largest companies to trailblazing startups, the entire tech ecosystem is at the show. CES is the stage for groundbreaking product launches, transformative partnerships, and serendipitous business moments that define the future of technology.”
Key Statistics
- Attendees: 141,000+, with 40% international from over 150 countries
- Exhibitors: 4,500+, including 1,400 startups
- Media: 6,000+
- Fortune 500 Presence: Over 60% of companies
- Conference Sessions: 300+ sessions with 1,200+ speakers
- Generated News: 27,000+ news stories
Kinsey Fabrizio, President of CTA, emphasized CES’s role: “From groundbreaking innovations that improve lives to transformative ideas that redefine industries, CES is a celebration of the art of the possible, showcasing how technology enriches our world and inspires a brighter future for all.” CES’s commitment to transparency is demonstrated through its rigorous auditing standards, maintained by UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. Fabrizio added, “CES reaffirms its status as the largest audited annual business event.”
CES 2025 Highlights
CES 2025 showcased advancements across several key areas:
- Artificial Intelligence: Exhibits and sessions explored the intersection of AI and humanity, from AI-driven productivity tools to medical breakthroughs. Exhibitors included AMD, Hisense, LG, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Samsung, Siemens, and TCL.
- Digital Health: The Venetian hosted innovations in biotechnology, telehealth, and wellness. Attendees observed how technology transforms everyday aspects of health and wellness. Exhibitors and sponsors featured AARP, Abbott, Eyebot, FlowBeams, Lumia Health, OnMed, Panasonic, ResMed, and Withings.
- Energy Transition: With increasing energy demands, particularly from AI and cloud technologies, the transition to zero-carbon sources was a major focus. Highlights included battery and energy storage technologies and the exploration of green hydrogen and small modular nuclear reactors. Exhibitors included Eaton, Jackery, Otrera, SK, and Sony Honda Mobility.
- Mobility: Innovations spanned all aspects of transportation, from vehicle automation in construction to agricultural machinery and advanced air travel. Self-driving and electric technologies were highlighted, as well as new EV models from global OEMs. Exhibitors included Aptera Motors, BMW, Bosch, Brunswick, Caterpillar, Daedong, Garmin, Honda, Invo Station, John Deere, Kubota, Mobileye, Oshkosh, Scout Motors, Sumitomo Rubber, Suzuki, Waymo, Xpeng AeroHT, and Zeekr.
- Quantum: Quantum technologies were showcased, offering a glimpse into the future of computing, networking, and sensing. Innovations demonstrated how quantum computing, combined with AI, could revolutionize research and computing in finance, chemistry, materials, and logistics. Exhibitors included Integrated Quantum Photonic, IonQ, QSIMPLUS, and Quandela.
- Sustainability: Sustainability was a key theme, with innovations in battery technology, alternative materials, and off-grid renewable energy. The show also spotlighted synthetic microbes, bioplastics, and self-healing concrete. Exhibitors included Hydrific, Lyten, Melliens, and Panasonic.
- Startups: Eureka Park hosted 1,400 startups from 39 countries, showcasing technologies shaping the future. Key areas included accessibility, AI, digital health, and sustainability.
Keynote Presentations
Several influential figures delivered keynote presentations:
- NVIDIA: Founder and CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the GeForce RTX 50, introduced Agentic AI, and announced a partnership with Toyota to develop next-gen autonomous vehicles.
- Panasonic: CEO Yuki Kusumi shared the company’s vision for sustainability, AI, and health, introducing Umi, a digital family wellness platform.
- SiriusXM: CEO Jennifer Witz and podcaster Ashley Flowers discussed the convergence of technology, creativity, and storytelling in audio.
- X Corp.: CEO Linda Yaccarino discussed the future of digital communication.
- Delta Air Lines: CEO Ed Bastian highlighted innovations in travel and onboard experiences. Actors Viola Davis and Lenny Kravitz were special guests.
- Volvo Group: President and CEO Martin Lundstedt discussed the company’s commitment to a safer, more sustainable future.
- Accenture: Chair and CEO Julie Sweet discussed how data, AI, and work are transforming industries.
- Waymo: Co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana discussed progress in self-driving technology.
Conference Programming
CES 2025 offered over 300 conference sessions, including:
- C Space: Explored the intersection of technology, media, and branding.
- CES Creator Space: Focused on content creation and monetization.
- Digital Health Summit: Explored the role of technology in advancing medicine and healthcare.
- Great Minds Series: Discussed technology and humanity.
- Innovation for All Track: Focused on diverse representation in technology and innovation.
- Innovation Policy Summit: Addressed domestic and global tech policy.
- Mobility Stage: Explored the future of mobility tech.
- Quantum Means Business: Showcased breakthroughs in quantum technology.
- Startup Stage: Highlighted AI, health, and startup funding.
CES 2025 also saw appearances from celebrity brand ambassadors such as Alexis Ohanian and will.i.am.
CES will return to Las Vegas from January 6-9, 2026.
