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Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Since 1924, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® has played a leading role as an advocate for the tech industry & a catalyst for innovation.

Our members represent 1300+ companies who are working to move technology forward, together. Producer of CES. Information
The Consumer Technology Association is the industry authority on market research and forecasts; consumer surveys; legislative and regulatory news; engineering standards; training resources and more. Connections
Stay in touch with key industry leaders, government representatives, buyers, the media and others through the Consumer Technology Association’s conferences, meetings and online forums. Exposure
The Consumer Technology Association produces CES, the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow. It unites more than 100,000 retail buyers, distributors, manufacturers, market analysts, importers, exporters, and press from 140 countries. The Consumer Technology Association’s members receive discounted floor space and other benefits when they exhibit. Influence
There truly is strength in numbers. Our united voice before Congress as well as federal and state agencies protects your company's business interests. Education
Our research library, workshops and educational programs, technical training and certification programs are tools for member companies' success. Advantage
Members using our resources have a built-in lead in today's competitive marketplace.

10/19/2026

Meet the person who writes the CES Trends Report.

Shawn DuBravac joins Melissa Harrison to talk about how the show keeps growing into something bigger than any one category, and how the mega trends take shape across thousands of products and companies.

CTA Members: Reminder you can save 25% off the report. Listen to the full conversation: https://bit.ly/4si1Az5

As AI moves beyond software into the physical world, robotics is transforming industries ranging from manufacturing and ...
10/19/2026

As AI moves beyond software into the physical world, robotics is transforming industries ranging from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and consumer technology.

Join Meredith Leutbecker, CTA, Daniel Diez, Agility Robotics, Youngjun Choi, PhD, EY and Assaf Gad, Intuition Robotics on October 28 to explore what's next for physical AI and robotics: www.cta.tech/events/physical-ai-and-robotics-the-next-frontier-of-intelligent-systems/

Four years ago, a new category of over-the-counter hearing aids opened the door to more accessible hearing care. Since t...
10/16/2026

Four years ago, a new category of over-the-counter hearing aids opened the door to more accessible hearing care.

Since then, CTA has continued bringing together manufacturers, audiologists and consumer advocates to support collaboration, innovation and consumer education.

As we mark this milestone, we're highlighting perspectives from across the hearing health community on the progress made and opportunities ahead.

Read their reflections and learn more: https://bit.ly/4dCOqqo

10/16/2026

What if you could test an entire build before anyone breaks ground?

Digital twins are making that possible. In this episode of Tech Decoded, we look at how they’re changing construction and manufacturing, alongside autonomous heavy equipment and smart upgrades to decades-old job sites: https://bit.ly/4yOGAST

10/15/2026

CTA's Future of Gaming Study found that 24% of gamers already use accessibility features that visualize sound effects. Airdrop Gaming built hardware around that.

Becca Farsace looks at Audio Radar 2.0. Seven light bars mounted around a monitor that translate directional game audio into light in real time. Footsteps behind you, a vehicle to your left, all of it rendered as position rather than sound.

Full CTA Labs feature on CES Now: https://cesnow.substack.com/p/cta-labs-audio-radar-20-by-airdrop?r=46ewyc&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewer

When you design for more people, you create better technology for everyone.CTA’s Steve Ewell reflects on the debut of th...
10/15/2026

When you design for more people, you create better technology for everyone.

CTA’s Steve Ewell reflects on the debut of the Accessibility Stage at CES, where 25 sessions explored how technology can create more inclusive experiences. He also looks ahead to , where accessibility will have an even bigger presence: https://bit.ly/47U92H7

Stay connected to the CTA Foundation’s work by subscribing to our newsletter: https://bit.ly/47hcECZ

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we celebrate the achievements, perspectives and contributions of the Hispan...
10/15/2026

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we celebrate the achievements, perspectives and contributions of the Hispanic community in tech. Amplifying Hispanic voices throughout the year inspires innovation, create new opportunities and fosters a more inclusive industry.

10/14/2026

What would it actually take to make 10 everyday tech products in America?

Walk through two paths, full reshoring versus final assembly from imported parts, and what each would mean for prices, capital, workers and the power grid with CTA's Carolyn Posner and John Kehoe in this episode of the Data Drop: https://bit.ly/4ijxlV0

Protecting your business doesn't have to be expensive. CISA offers free tools and resources to help organizations streng...
10/13/2026

Protecting your business doesn't have to be expensive. CISA offers free tools and resources to help organizations strengthen their defenses, and CTA members can hear directly from the source.

Join us on October 20 for a conversation with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's Megan Garfinkel, moderated by CTA's David Grossman, to learn practical steps you can take now to reduce risk and protect trust with your customers and employees: https://www.cta.tech/events/cyber-strong-no-cost-cyber-hygiene-resources-from-cisa/

Two days in Golden, Colorado, with the people shaping the future of Smart Home.At the CTA Smart Home Retreat, industry l...
10/13/2026

Two days in Golden, Colorado, with the people shaping the future of Smart Home.

At the CTA Smart Home Retreat, industry leaders gathered to explore AI-driven living, home energy adoption, interoperability and emerging technologies. Bringing together leaders across industries creates opportunities to exchange ideas, advance thought leadership, challenge conventional thinking and explore new collaborations.

Thank you to our speakers, our attendees and our hosts at the ProSource Experience Center.

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