CES 2026, the annual consumer tech conference held in Las Vegas, is here. And lucky for you, we have TechCrunch editors and reporters on the ground to cover the news, scout out the interesting, weird, and relevant (and some not so relevant) tech, and of course the people working on it. AI has been at the center of most of the action, whether it's Nvidia and AMD's announcements or Amazon and Google's push for its use in the physical world. Follow our live updates as we share all the reveals and n
For retail, AI could drive personalized shopping experiences, optimized supply chains, and automated store operations. In manufacturing, AI-powered robots and predictive maintenance systems can improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality, leading to significant cost savings and revenue growth.
Businesses across sectors, particularly in retail and manufacturing, can expect to see increased automation and data-driven insights leading to workflow optimization and efficiency gains. Implementation may require significant initial investment in AI-enabled systems and retraining of workforce, but the long-term ROI is likely to be significant. Amazon and Google's push for AI in the physical world suggests an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in AI implementation, data science, and robotics.