The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® on the Trump Administration’s intention to impose reciprocal tariffs on other nations:

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^®, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association (NCTA), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), broadband internet service providers, and device manufacturers today announce an extension of the award-winning “Voluntary Agreement” to improve the energy efficiency of home internet equipment such as modems, routers and Wi-Fi extenders through 2028. 

Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® CEO and Vice Chair Gary Shapiro was honored yesterday with a Knighthood in the Royal Order of Francis I, recognizing his leadership in advancing technology and championing the innovations that are transforming our world.

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^®: 

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^® expresses strong support for President Trump’s nomination of Michael Kratsios to serve as Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).

ARLINGTON, VA – Jan. 24, 2025 – The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: 

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® on President Donald Trump’s America First Trade Policy memorandum:

CES® 2025, the most powerful tech event in the world, welcomed over 141,000 attendees from around the globe. With more than 4500 exhibitors, including 1400 startups, and more than 6000 media attendees, CES highlights the innovation and technology trends addressing global challenges and shaping the future.  

New research conducted by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^® and AARP finds older Americans are increasingly interested in using technology to live in their current homes and communities. 

The wait is over and it’s time to DIVE IN! CES^® 2025, the world’s most powerful technology event, opens today, igniting innovation and setting the tech agenda for the year ahead. From game-changing AI and cutting-edge digital health solutions to sustainability breakthroughs, next-gen mobility, quantum computing, and more, the industry’s brightest minds and boldest brands are showcasing their visions.

Today at CES® 2025, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® announces its new investment in Quantum World Congress, a first-of-its-kind global conference dedicated to uniting visionaries, innovators, and technology trailblazers to explore how quantum computing will shape the future.

Today at CES® 2025, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® announced the 2025 Global Innovation Scorecard, measuring the political, economic, and demographic factors that foster innovation.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® announces the recipients of its CES® 2025 Green Grants program, funding $125,000 to three Nevada organizations focused on sustainability. The 2025 program recognizes a statewide tree planting program, a food rescue program, and a solar charging project. 

Announced at the agenda-setting CES^® 2025 Tech Trends to Watch, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^® projects record retail revenues as the U.S. consumer technology industry grows 3.2% over 2024 to $537 billion in 2025. This signals growth in consumer spending on tech products and services, according to CTA’s U.S. Consumer Technology One-Year Industry Forecast.

  World’s Most Powerful Tech Event Returns to Las Vegas January 7-10

Today the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®  is unveiling an extraordinary roster of celebrity appearances slated for CES® 2025, taking place January 7-10 in Las Vegas.

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter:
 

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® welcomes Linda Yaccarino, CEO, X Corp, the world’s largest online news and social networking site, as a keynote speaker at CES® 2025. Yaccarino will join Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist Catherine Herridge in a keynote conversation on Tuesday, January 7, at 1:30 PM in the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian.

CES® 2025 introduces Sony as the presenting sponsor of the CES Creator Space, a dedicated hub for creators and media at the world’s most influential tech event. Sony is a creative entertainment company with a solid foundation in technology and continues to fill the world with emotion by unleashing the creativity of creators.