CES 2025 was really an extraordinary event—a whirlwind of dynamic demos, groundbreaking innovations, and transformative conversations. As ambassadors of Arionkoder, we felt privileged to represent our team, bringing back the insights and technologies that are shaping the future. We made it our mission to dive into the latest advancements, especially in AI, and share our findings with colleagues. We returned not only with excitement but with a renewed sense of purpose: to be active creators of tomorrow’s technological landscape.
CES 2025: A World of Innovation and Discovery
CES has always been a focal point for showcasing emerging technologies, and this year’s event was no exception. Held in Las Vegas, the world’s most massive tech show attracted over 4,500 exhibitors and 140,000 attendees from all over the world. The scale of the event was mind-blowing—everything from futuristic prototypes to fully developed products designed to attract global investors and strategic partners. But beyond the sheer magnitude of the event, it was the insights into the global tech and AI landscape that truly inspired us.
One thing that stood out was the noticeable absence of Latin America. While regions like Asia—particularly South Korea—dominated the event, Latin America was scarcely represented. This realization sparked an important question: How can we, as innovators, help propel our region forward and ensure it takes an active role in this global tech dialogue? The potential is undeniable, and it’s ours to harness.
AI Everywhere: A Transformative Force Across Industries
The brightest star of CES 2025 was Artificial Intelligence (AI). No matter the industry, AI was a key component of nearly every product we saw. From non-invasive glucose sensors to sleep-enhancing smart pillows, AI is revolutionizing industries and improving lives in ways we never thought possible. What’s truly exciting is the convergence of AI with technologies like augmented reality (AR) and the Internet of Things (IoT), setting the stage for a future where the digital and physical worlds are seamlessly intertwined.
But AI is more than just a tool for comfort—it’s a catalyst for profound change. Companies like NVIDIA are enhancing computing power, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, enabling technologies like autonomous driving and robotics to go from concept to reality. We saw robots brewing coffee and sorting waste, and in the digital realm, AI agents are transforming how we design and implement software. These intelligent assistants are helping industries rethink their operations, making them more adaptive, scalable, and future-ready. Ultimately, AI is not just enhancing efficiency—it’s reshaping how we work, think, and live. This isn’t a technology of the future—it’s here, now, and it’s pushing industries into uncharted territory at an unprecedented pace.
Key Highlights from CES 2025 in Healthcare, Retail, and Finance
Throughout CES 2025, three key industries stood out for the transformative potential of the innovations showcased:
Healthcare Innovations
- AI-Powered Wearables and Diagnostics: like Nomo, a set of sensors designed to detect household accidents, particularly for older adults. Also MindMics, earbuds that use AI can monitor heart health via low-frequency acoustical vibrations detected in the ear canal.
- Portable Clinics: Biopop’s non-invasive glucose sensor is an excellent example of a portable, non-invasive monitoring device.
- AI-Driven Sleep Aids: products like Ozlo’s Sleepbuds use adaptive AI to create personalized soundscapes that improve sleep quality, while MotionPillow uses AI to detect and stop snoring.
Retail Innovations
- AI-Powered Shoppable TV: LG’s Click To Search functionality enables real-time shopping for TV viewers. With the LG Magic Remote, it can identify items on the screen and redirect users to shopping links.
- AI-Driven Personalized Beauty: L’Oreal’s Cell BioPrint analyzes skin in depth, assessing its responsiveness to different compounds and suggesting the best products for individual needs.
- Smart Home Devices: EcoFlow’s Oasis home energy management system simplifies energy storage and management, helping to reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
Finance Innovations
- AI in Financial Services: The finance sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, with AI driving efficiency and reshaping business models.
- Regulatory and Economic Challenges: While innovation thrives, the global economic shifts and regulatory hurdles present challenges that must be navigated with the help of technology and AI.
Looking Ahead: Embracing the Future of Innovation
CES 2025 was a powerful reminder that the future is now. We are living in an era where technological transformation is not just inevitable—it’s happening before our eyes, and we have the opportunity to shape it.
As creators and builders of the future, we believe it’s crucial to take an active role in the changes sweeping across industries. AI and digital solutions are revolutionizing sectors like healthcare, retail, and finance, and the time to engage with these technologies is now.
The question is no longer whether we will adapt to these changes, but how we will shape them. Will we sit on the sidelines, or will we take an active role in building the future we want to see? The opportunity to lead and innovate is here, and it’s up to us to rise to the occasion.
Together, we are not just observing the future of technology—we’re actively pushing it. And that is a challenge we’re ready to meet.