In a highly anticipated event for the global tech community, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is preparing to deliver a landmark keynote address at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. The presentation is scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026, at 1 p.m. Pacific Time (2:30 AM IST) and will be held at the prestigious Fontainebleau BleauLive Theater in Las Vegas, which boasts a capacity of 3,800 seats.
How to Watch and What's in Store for Attendees
Nvidia has confirmed that the keynote will be live-streamed globally, ensuring that enthusiasts and professionals from India and around the world can tune in online. The company is also offering an immersive on-ground experience for those attending in person. "Join us in Las Vegas as Jensen Huang shares what’s next in AI in a special presentation. Chat with fellow tech enthusiasts, enjoy food and drinks, and stand a chance to win exclusive NVIDIA Gear Store merchandise. Reserve your seat today," stated an official invitation from Nvidia.
This setup promises not just a lecture but a full-fledged interactive event, highlighting Nvidia's commitment to engaging directly with its community of developers, partners, and fans.
The Core Focus: AI's Next Frontier and Live Demos
The central theme of Huang's address will be the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), underscoring Nvidia's pivotal role in powering massive AI data centers worldwide. While CES 2025 had a strong hardware emphasis, expectations for CES 2026 are shifting towards deeper integration of AI across various sectors.
Attendees and viewers can anticipate insights and announcements spanning robotics, simulation, gaming, and content creation. Nvidia has promised to showcase over 20 live demonstrations, providing tangible proof of concepts and upcoming technologies. This marks a significant evolution from mere product launches to showcasing practical, ecosystem-driven applications.
Potential Announcements and Industry Speculation
While rumors about new RTX Super graphics cards have simmered down due to a lack of credible leaks, the industry is rife with other expectations. Analysts suggest Nvidia could still spring surprises related to next-generation GPUs, AI platforms, or strategic partnerships.
Adding to the intrigue are the rising costs of memory and widespread industry chatter about Nvidia's upcoming platforms. Speculation is particularly focused on the Grace Blackwell and the future Vera Rubin GPU platforms. Huang's keynote is seen as the perfect stage to clarify the roadmap for these advanced technologies and address their impact on the AI and high-performance computing sectors.
This keynote is more than just a product launch event; it is a strategic vision-setting moment for the AI industry. With Jensen Huang at the helm, Nvidia is poised to outline the next chapter of computational innovation, directly influencing trends that will shape technology in India and globally for years to come.
