CES Cut Short by One Day as Major Exhibitors go Virtual

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the largest tech expo in the world has been cut short by one day as major exhibitors go virtual

Multiple companies  including Amazon, BMW and Microsoft reduced or cancelled their attendance as COVID-19 case numbers broke records, but organisers said safety protocols were in place for thousands of expected attendees.

Over 2,200 exhibitors are confirmed to exhibit in person at CES 2022, from 5 to 7 January. 

Masks and proof of vaccination are required at the show that opens Wednesday. 

Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CTA said they are confident that attendees and exhibitors can have a socially distanced but worthwhile and productive event in Las Vegas. 

“We are shortening the show to three days and have put in place comprehensive health measures for the safety of all attendees and participants.”

However some experts urged caution and daily testing, as not all attendees can be counted on to comply with mask-wearing rules.