CES Tech Talk

Humanoid robots are already at work in factories and warehouses, and Digit 5 is about to take on more. Daniel Diez, Chief Business Officer of Agility, joins James Kotecki to explain why Agility pairs traditional robotics controls with AI to put autonomous robots to work today. He previews Digit 5, which is designed to work in close proximity with people, use a range of hands and tools for more dex...

The AI enhancing our power grids and rail lines is the kind most people will never notice. Hitachi Americas CMO Arya Barirani joins James Kotecki to explain why the goal is getting more from existing infrastructure rather than full autonomy, how humans stay in control of safety-critical systems and what Hitachi is planning for CES 2027.

Farmers are trying to get more out of every acre while weather gets harder to predict and costs keep climbing. James Kotecki talks with Jessica Uelmen, VP of engineering at Blue River Technology, a John Deere company, about See & Spray, a system that uses 36 cameras to spot weeds and spray only where needed, with AI running on the machine in real time. Jessica explains what farmers actually wa...

What if the room you sleep in could tell you something is off before you feel it? James Kotecki talks with Sam Yang, CEO and co-founder of Xandar Kardian, about a baseball-sized radar sensor that reads heartbeat and breathing from your nightstand or wall, with no camera, no microphone and nothing to wear. Built for hospitals and nursing homes, Sam says it has flagged changes in people’s vitals day...

In 1999, Napster put every song within reach. Now it's trying to do the same for expertise. Chief Product Officer, Ziv Navoth, joins James Kotecki to talk about how that name survived, why Napster's AI agents come with faces and why "agent manager" is a job that didn't exist a year ago.

Roblox isn't just a game anymore. It's where 123 million people spend three hours a day building, shopping and figuring out who they are. Stephanie Latham, VP of Global Brand Partnerships and Advertising at Roblox, joins us to unpack how the platform is rewriting the rules of brand marketing: an avatar that can matter more than a profile picture, Rolling Stones merch that turns into music discover...

CES Tech Talk is back for Season 10, gearing up for CES 2027! In this kickoff episode, iJustine and Brian Tong break down what's coming to CES 2027, from AI and robotics to energy, health tech and even a new award category for tech-made art. If you want the real picture of where tech is headed this year, not just one trend, this is the conversation.

Protection and performance don’t have to be a trade-off. IAS' CEO, Lisa Utzschneider, and TikTok’s VP Product Management & Head of Monetization Product Solutions & Operations, David Kaufman, explain how a leading global measurement and optimization company and a fast‑growing social platform work together to ensure digital ads are viewable, human and adjacent to brand‑safe, brand‑suitable c...

Digital advertisers are looking to turn discovery into real results. Taboola's Chief Executive Officer, Adam Singolda, explains how Taboola grew from a recommendation engine into a performance advertising company powered by artificial intelligence, and highlights how it helps people find content and products they enjoy while giving advertisers a scalable way to reach audiences.

Smart home value shows up in the small moments that repeat every day. Vivint's Senior Vice President of Marketing, William Stovall, describes how customers engage with the Vivint app about 17 times a day on average, how anonymized patterns like nightly routines guide new features and how Vivint is moving toward predictive automations that make life easier while keeping customers in control.

Longevity isn’t just about living longer — it’s about enhancing the quality of those years. Anna Banks, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of AARP, explains how AARP serves Americans over 50 with rich resources, from caregiving and retirement planning to health and active living. Discover how her team partners with innovators so technology can be built with this audience at the...

When AI is involved — whether it’s a chatbot or a voice agent — it has to be as effective as a human connection. Havas CX Global CEO David Shulman joins CES Tech Talk to explore the tension between privacy and personalization. He describes how brands are asking for more personal information, why using it must clearly benefit people and the responsibility companies have to think about customer need...

A software company's marketing strategy built on trust, transparency and AI. Autodesk CMO Dara Treseder shares how Autodesk uses AI to augment human creativity, analyze huge amounts of design data earlier in the process and automate repetitive tasks — while being transparent about how its AI tools work and staying focused on being a trusted partner to customers navigating constant change.

Can media change the way you plan, book and stay? Chris Norton, SVP and GM of Riott Media and Marketing Capabilities at Marriott International, discusses how Marriott leverages 250 million Bonvoy members, 500‑plus unique attributes and on‑property media like personalized in‑room screens and Marriott Bonvoy TV to deliver more relevant, respectful messages. Discover why brands from beverages to airl...

What happens when millions of immersive experiences meet a generation that expects to participate — not just watch? On Roblox, creators power the culture, community and commerce driving the platform forward. In this episode, Roblox leaders Stephanie Latham and Louqman Parampath unpack how a creator-first model is reshaping advertising — and why brands from fashion to financial services see Roblox...

Free streaming with more than 300,000 titles sounds too good to be true, but Tubi is making it real. In this episode of CES Tech Talk, Jeff Lucas, Global Chief Revenue Officer of Tubi, shares how free, ad-supported streaming is reaching 100 million users, serving Gen Z and fandoms and using AI-powered recommendations to shape the future of Advertising-based Video on Demand.

On this episode of CES Tech Talk, Zeta Global’s CEO David Steinberg explores how Zeta uses big data and AI agents to cut waste, boost relevance and drive measurable revenue for large enterprises, why the company built its Athena conversational “super agent” and what their OpenAI collaboration could unlock next.

In this compelling episode, we dive into how one of the entertainment industry’s leading labor voices is responding to the fast-moving rise of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. From safeguarding performers’ rights to rebuilding trust in an era of emerging technologies, we explore what it takes to redefine labor standards in today’s evolving media landscape. The conversation highl...

From co-pilot to autopilot: in this CES Tech Talk episode, Viant’s Tim and Chris Vanderhook reveal how their latest Viant AI release makes real-time ad decisions, supercharges CTV and elevates marketers to be more strategic and creative than ever.

This episode of CES Tech Talk dives into surprising highlights from the show floor, the practical applications of AI in various industries and the evolving landscape of AI policy and regulation. Gain insights into AI advancements, autonomous vehicles, wearables and the challenges of regulating emerging technologies.

This panel explores the impact of emerging technologies like AI, robotics and sustainability on global markets. Discover the latest innovative consumer products, the evolution of tech trends over the years, and what's making CES 2026 unique.

Join some of the brightest media minds as they discuss the tech trends reshaping how we live and work, from AI and robotics to digital health and mobility. Discover the innovations that are transforming our homes, enhancing personal security and improving our overall quality of life.

What’s new at CES 2026? From the debut of CES Foundry for AI and quantum to show‑wide robotics, digital health and an expanded Creator Space, CTA’s leaders — Gary Shapiro, Kinsey Fabrizio and John T. Kelley — come together for an insider look at what’s ahead in Las Vegas. They explore how these trends will show up across the newly renovated LVCC, Eureka Park, stages and beyond. If you’re gearing u...

Sleep tech is booming — and it’s changing the way we live. In this special Inside Innovation episode of CES Tech Talk, host Melissa Harrison explores how wearables, AI and connected devices are transforming sleep health from simple tracking to personalized care. Hear from Dr. Carlos Nunez, Chief Medical Officer at ResMed, and John Lopos, CEO of the National Sleep Foundation, as they disc...

Forget endless searches and clunky booking forms — travel is going conversational. In this special CES Tech Talk episode, host Melissa Harrison sits down with Sabre CIO Joe DiFonzo to explore how agentic AI is reshaping the travel experience. From hyper-personalized itineraries and real-time rebooking to loyalty-driven recommendations, this conversation reveals how trips are evolving from static c...