A place of technological innovation for human security for all, 'CES 2023'
More than 3,200 observers, including 1,000 startups, more than 115,000 participants, 40,000 overseas participants from 140 countries, 4,800 global media participants from 69 countries, 60% of Fortune 500 companies, etcCES¢ç 2023 Exhibition Site (Picture: CTA)CES¢ç 2023 ended on the 8th local time in Las Vegas, USA. More than 115,000 industry experts participated in this year's CES, far more than originally expected, making it the largest global tech event to be audited since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. More than 3,200 observers, including 1,000 startups, introduced next-generation innovations in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), mobility, automotive, digital healthcare, sustainability, web3.0, and metaverse.For the first time in history, CES set the theme of "Human Security for All (HS4A)" and cooperated with the World Academy of Art and Science, a UN-affiliated organization, to promote food, medical access, income, environmental protection, personal safety, local social security and political freedom.In addition, CES 2023 unveiled products to address global issues such as access to clean water, food security, smart city infrastructure, sustainable energy solutions, and personal security. In addition, the latest technology that increased the convenience of the disabled was also unveiled.From the number of participants to keynote speeches, press conferences, and products released, CES 2023 was a success, signaling a return to face-to-face events around the world, said Gary Shapiro, chairman and CEO of CTA.To sum up, CES 2023 was a venue of about 2.2 million square meters, 70% larger than CES 2022, more than 3,200 observers, including 1,000 startups, 115,000 participants (pre-audit figures), 40,000 overseas participants in 140 countries (pre-audit figures), 4,800 global media participation (pre-audit figures), and 60% of Fortune 500 companies.At CES 2023, major brands such as Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, SKT, Abbott, Amazon, Bosch, BMW, Canon, Delta, Google, Hisense, John Dere, Microsoft, Qualcomm, Panasonic, and Sony, etc. participated.Human security for all has been designated as a theme covering CES 2023 in the face of an unprecedented global crisis, highlighting the importance of greater cooperation and innovation around the world to provide a better experience in all industries.¢¹ In the field of automotive and mobility, more than 300 auto tech observers participated, and CES 2023 became the world's largest auto show. Keynote speeches by BMW, John Deer, and Stellantis, as well as new products in autonomous driving, electric vehicles, land, sea and aviation mobility devices, were unveiled.Candela Marine Technology, GM, Italian Giugiaro, Magna, Mercedes-Benz, MobilEye, Waymo, RYSE, and Volvo Venta exhibited.In the field of ¢¹ digital healthcare, various innovative technologies and brands that measure the rapid growth of the market, such as Digital Therapeutics, Mental Wellness, Women's Health Tech, and Telemedicine, have been unveiled. Representatively, Abbott, Lotte Healthcare, MedWand Solutions, and Omron Healthcare participated.¢¹ Global brands such as John Deere, LG, Samsung, and Siemens participated in the sustainability sector to show how innovative technologies can contribute to energy conservation, increased power production, sustainable agricultural systems, smart cities, and improved access to clean water. 3M, Bridger Aerospace, Caterpillar, NexGen Power Systems, Panasonic, and Sony participated.¢¹ In the field of Web 3.0 and metaverse, the metaverse division was newly established at CES 2023 for the first time, displaying innovative sensor technology to build an immersive interactive digital world. Web3 Studio, produced by CoinDesk, was the mainstay of CES's Web3.0, metaverse, and blockchain technologies. Magic Leap, Microsoft, OVR Technology, and SK exhibited.This year, more than 1,000 startups around the world, including more than 200 Korean companies, including Japan, France, Italy, Taiwan, Turkey, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, the U.S. and Ukraine, shone at the Eureka Park Exhibition Hall, a CES startup hub. Several innovative technologies have been introduced, including renewable paper solutions that reduce carbon emissions, artificial intelligence (AI) that reduces food waste, solar technology that absorbs both electrical and thermal energy, and personal security apps.Meanwhile, CES 2024 runs from Tuesday, January 9, 2024 to Friday, January 12, 2024 in Las Vegas.Source: Artificial Intelligence Times (https://www.aitimes.kr )