Submitted by CES Communications
Edited by Exhibit City News
CES wrapped up its four-day tradeshow in Las Vegas with a reported attendance of 141,000, and more than 4,500 exhibitors and 6,000 media who gathered for an extraordinary journey of discovery, innovation and connection.
The technology show, held Jan. 7-10, covered about 2.5 million square feet of exhibit space at Las Vegas Convention Center, Mandalay Convention Center and Venetian Expo.
“CES is where innovation comes to life,” says Gary Shapiro, CEO and vice chair of Consumer Technology Association. “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.”
CES 2025 by the Numbers (pre-audit):
- 4,500+ exhibitors, including 1,400 startups
- 141,000+ attendees, of which 40 percent were international from over 150 countries, regions, and territories
- 6,000+ global media, content creators, and industry analysts
- Over 60 percent of Fortune 500 companies
- 300+ conference sessions with 1,200+ speakers
- 27,000+ news stories and content
As one of the most transparent tradeshows, CES adheres to rigorous auditing standards established by UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. To maintain the integrity of its reports, CES engages independent auditors, fostering trust among stakeholders.
“CES reaffirms its status as the largest audited annual business event,” adds CTA President Kinsey Fabrizio. “We look forward to releasing third-party confirmation in the spring, because at CTA we believe auditing is not just a nice-to-have, but the gold standard for global business events.”
CES 2025 highlights:
Artificial Intelligence – From AI-driven productivity tools to breakthroughs in medical advancements, products and services on the show floor demonstrated that artificial intelligence is not just a technological trend but a transformative force improving lives worldwide. Exhibitors included: AMD, Hisense, LG, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Samsung, Siemens, TCL.
Digital Health – CES has cemented itself as a premier convenor for the healthcare industry, bringing together trailblazers to explore biotechnology, telehealth, and wellness advancements that enhance patient care and longevity. Exhibitors and sponsors included: AARP, Abbott, Eyebot, FlowBeams, Lumia Health, OnMed, Panasonic, ResMed, Withings.
Energy Transition – With the growth of high-power demand technologies like AI, cloud, and other datacenter innovations, energy transition to zero carbon sources was a significant focus at CES. Exhibitors included: Eaton, Jackery, Otrera, SK, Sony Honda Mobility.
Keynote speakers:
Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, delivered the first CES keynote at the Sphere, where more than 8,000 attendees were immersed in Delta’s innovations in seamless travel, onboard experiences, and the future of flight. He announced Delta Concierge and partnerships with Airbus, DraftKings, Joby, Uber, and YouTube. Special guests included actress Viola Davis, football legend Tom Brady, and Grammy-winning icon Lenny Kravitz.
NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang drew 6,300 attendees to unveil the GeForce RTX 50, surpassing the RTX 4090 in performance, and introduced Agentic AI, a real-time assistant to streamline consumer workflows. Huang also showcased the Cosmos World Foundation Model and generative AI tools to advance robotics navigation.
Panasonic Holdings Group CEO Yuki Kusumi shared Panasonic Group’s vision for sustainability, artificial intelligence, and the health of future generations. DJ and record producer Steve Aoki jump-started the keynote with a performance before Kusumi, joined on stage by Marvel actor Anthony Mackie and other Panasonic Group leaders, delivered Panasonic’s “Well Into the Future” message.
CES returns to Las Vegas Jan. 6-9, 2026. For more information, visit CES.tech.
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