ISE 2026 Content Programme

Produced by AVIXA, CEDIA and ISE, the Content Programme consists of:

  • An extensive series of ticketed Summits around major vertical market sectors
  • New for 2026: Megatrends sessions based around six key topic areas (AI, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Smart Spaces, Sustainability and TradeScape)
  • CEDIA's Smart Home Technology Conference, designed for professionals seeking relevance, depth, and inspiration for their careers and their business
  • Business Forums: Exploring AV business opportunities between Europe and Latin America, and AV investment strategies
  • Our largest-ever programme of free-to-attend content: Including the Live Events Stage, AVIXA's and CEDIA's own stages, the Pitching Stage, and Congreso AVIXA Spanish language content from key partners

SUMMITS

Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 February, CC4 and CC5

Summit Passes are available individually. Alternatively, aAll-Conference Pass (€1045) gives access to all Summits, Megatrends sessions, the Smart Home Technology Conference, and Business Forums on Tuesday-Thursday.

Tuesday 3 February, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

Find out the strategies, learning models and trends driving the deployment of education technology in universities, schools, corporate bodies and training facilities.

Wednesday 4 February, 08:30-12:30 / CC5.1

Unlocking Smart Building Value

The summit addresses how owners, tenants, and landlords can leverage integrated technologies and data analytics to reduce costs, extend equipment life, and increase property value.

Wednesday 4 February, 10:30-14:30 / CC4.1

For more than a decade, DSS ISE has set the tone and the agenda for each new digital signage year.

Wednesday 4 February, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

Discover the latest technology trends and use cases that are driving best practice in control room deployments. 

Thursday 5 February, 09:00-12:00 / CC5.1

Securing the Future of Integrated AV Technologies

New for ISE 2026, the CyberSecurity Summit focuses on addressing the escalating cybersecurity challenges faced by the AV sector as systems increasingly intertwine with critical infrastructure.

Thursday 5 February, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

 

The Era of the Broadcast AV Economy: Creator, Experience and Streaming

The so-called era of broadcast-AV convergence is over as we enter the exciting new economies of Creator, Experience, and Streaming.

MEGATRENDS SESSIONS

Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 February, CC5.3

From Tuesday to Thursday there are approximately 14 hours of expert sessions on six industry megatrends. These sessions are intended to provoke discussion and debate - so expect to hear the unexpected!

Megatrends Pass (€99 including VAT) gives access to all Megatrends sessions on Tuesday-Thursday.

AI is disrupting the professional AV industry by enhancing personalisation, automating workflows, and improving data analytics for better decision-making and audience engagement. 

As AV systems become more interconnected, they are more vulnerable to cyber threats. Prioritising cybersecurity involves implementing robust measures and educating staff on best practices.

 

Robotics is set to revolutionise the pro AV industry by automating complex tasks, enhancing installation precision, and enabling dynamic, interactive displays. Innovative solutions include robotic cameras and drones.

Smart spaces will explore themes like efficient energy management, AI-driven automation, and cybersecurity for connected environments. Topics include smart office technologies, adaptive learning tools, and sustainable building designs. 

For pro AV, sustainability presents opportunities to develop eco-friendly technologies, energy-efficient systems, and greener manufacturing processes - reducing environmental impact and attracting eco-conscious clients.

TradeScape will address challenges like navigating complex regulatory frameworks and the impact of fluctuating tariffs on supply chains. Understanding the issues and ensuring product compliance reduces risks and maintains market access.

CEDIA CONFERENCE 

Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 February, CC1

The CEDIA Smart Home Technology Conference at ISE 2026 is designed for professionals who are seeking relevance, depth, and inspiration for their careers and their business.

Tuesday to Thursday, all day / CC1

For attendees, this is an opportunity to move beyond the noise and focus on what truly matters: actionable strategies, peer-driven insights, and the skills that will define the next phase of your professional journey.

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BUSINESS FORUMS

Tuesday 3 - Wednesday 4 February, CC5

ISE's Business Forums explore the business landscape and investment opportunities within the AV sector.

Tuesday 3 February, 09:30-12:30 / CC5.1

The international audiovisual market is an attractive business sector for capital investment in startups and established businesses. This half-day conference, produced in association with Tech Barcelona, explores market opportunities and investment strategies for the AV sector.

Wednesday 4 February, 10:30-13:30 / CC5.3

High-tech innovation in Europe and Latin America is forging unprecedented opportunities for collaboration and commerce between these two dynamic regions. The European Latin American AV Forum offers a unique platform to explore emerging business opportunities, and drive innovation across the AV and digital sectors. 

FREE-TO-ATTEND CONTENT

Live Events Stage

Tuesday to Thursday, 10:30- 17:00;
Friday 10:20-15:00 / Stand 6B100 - Free to attend

The stage will once again offer a behind-the-scenes look at some of the world’s most incredible live events, featuring the people who bring them to life. Four days of panels and interviews with visionaries from across the entertainment sphere. 

On Friday, the Live Events Stage hosts a series of sessions, run by Production Futures, about careers in live production.

AVIXA Xchange LIVE

Tuesday to Thursday, 10:30-17:00;
Friday 11:00-15:00 / Stand 3Q150 - Free to attend

Connect with the AV community to discuss, learn and be inspired!

AVIXA Xchange LIVE is the in-person activation of the virtual community AVIXA Xchange. 

AVIXA will present four days of interactive sessions covering disruptive tech, environmental social governance in AV, professional development, and much more. Xchange LIVE will also host meetups to mingle with peers and build new contacts.

Smart Home Technology Stage

Tuesday to Friday, all day / Stand 2D350 - Free to attend

With dozens of free sessions, the Smart Home Technology Stage offers an abundance of valuable information, engaging discussions, and learning and networking opportunities. There is a broad array of topics including but not limited to technology, design, business, people and the future. This is a great place to get a holistic snapshot of the smart home industry and to make connections.

Congreso AVIXA

Martes a Jueves, 15:00-18:00 / CC5.2 - Entrada gratuita

Este congreso gratuito presentará sesiones especializadas, todas ellas en español, y abarcará una amplia gama de temas, desde el sector comercial hasta debates técnicos avanzados.

Cada presentación y panel durará 40 minutos, donde se ofrecerá una visión más profunda y un diálogo interactivo sobre estos temas en tendencia.

Pitching Stage

Tuesday to Friday, all day / Stand CS300 - Free to attend

Managed by early-stage venture capital experts Plug and Play, the Park Pitching Stage offers a programme of business pitches and startup success stories.

AI SPEECH TRANSLATION AND CAPTIONS

For the third consecutive year, ISE’s official language accessibility partner, KUDO, will be providing AI speech translation and captions across several stages and conference rooms for the show’s 2025 edition. Attendees will be able to access all the keynotes, panels, and presentations in the language of their choice by scanning a QR code from their smartphones or tablets, then following the translated audio and/or subtitles.

KUDO

Designed for ease of use at events, KUDO AI requires no app download or account creation; scanning the QR code opens a new browser window from which attendees can select both an audio and captions language, depending on whether they wish to follow the translated speech or simply read the subtitles directly from their screen. Translated audio and captions are entirely AI-powered, in real time, and require around 1% of the bandwidth needed to stream an average YouTube video from a smartphone, making them easily accessible via 4G or the guest Wi-Fi available at Fira Barcelona Gran Via.
ISE 2026 PARTNERS