ISE 2026 Content Programme

Produced by AVIXA, CEDIA and ISE, the 2026 Content Programme consisted 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 ISE Keynotes, 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 2026, CC4 and CC5

Education Technology Summit

Tuesday 3 February 2026, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

A Learning Future for All

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

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Smart Building Summit

Wednesday 4 February 2026, 08:30-12:00 / 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.

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Digital Signage Summit

Wednesday 4 February 2026, 10:30-14:00 / CC4.1

Exploring the Future of Digital Signage

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

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Control Rooms Summit

Wednesday 4 February 2026, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

Securing the Future: Resilient, Human-Centric Control Rooms 

Turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities for mission-critical control centres across all sectors.

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CyberSecurity Summit

Thursday 5 February 2026, 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.

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Broadcast AV Summit

Thursday 5 February 2026, 14:00-18:00 / CC5.1

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

As we emerge from the era of broadcast-AV convergence, we enter the exciting new economies of Creator, Experience, and Streaming.


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MEGATRENDS SESSIONS

Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 February 2026, 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!

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

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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.

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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. 

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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 & WORKSHOP

Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 February 2026, 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.

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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Monday 2 February 2026, CC1.2 

Separately from the Smart Home Technology Conference, CEDIA is running an all-day workshop on Monday 2 February.

CEDIA RP-32: Audio System Measurement and Verification Workshop
This one-day, hands-on workshop introduces the recommended procedures of RP-32 and gives participants practical experience using a range of measurement tools and software.

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BUSINESS FORUMS

Tuesday 3 - Wednesday 4 February 2026, CC5

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

Tuesday 3 February 2026, 10:00-12:30 / 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.

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Wednesday 4 February 2026, 10:30-14:00 / 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.

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FREE-TO-ATTEND CONTENT

Creative Keynote

15:30-16:15, Tuesday 3 February 2026, Room CC4.1

Behind the Façade: Building a Performance-led Mapping at Casa Batlló, from Concept to Implementation

Matt Clark, principal artist of United Visual Artists, walks through the Hidden Order mapping project from first impressions and concept through research, prototyping, content systems, technical design, show control, and onsite delivery. He'll also cover the challenges of working within an unusual context.

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Wednesday Keynote

15:00-15:45, Wednesday 4 February 2026, Room CC4.1

The AI Reality Check: What It Takes to Scale and the Future of Leadership

AI trailblazer Sol Rashidi will cut through the fiction to reveal what’s truly happening in the AI marketplace, sharing frameworks, models, and the essential role of AI governance and cybersecurity as core enablers for scaling. Drawing on her experience, she will outline how to evaluate AI initiatives and safeguard data, workforce, and competitive advantage.

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Live Events Stage

Tuesday to Thursday, 3-5 February 2026, 10:30-17:00;
Friday, 6 February 2026, 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.

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AVIXA Xchange LIVE

Tuesday to Thursday 3-5 February 2026, 10:00-17:00;
Friday 10:00-14:00, 6 February 2026 / Stand 3Q150 - Free to attend

Step into the future of the audiovisual industry at AVIXA Xchange LIVE. 

Immerse yourself in visionary AV projects that push the boundaries of what's possible and engage in Solution Circle conversations designed to tackle industry challenges head-on. 

Join us to be a part of a community that thrives on creativity and progress. Your next breakthrough begins here.

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Smart Home Technology Stage

Tuesday to Friday, 3-6 February 2026, 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.

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Congreso AVIXA

Martes a Jueves, 3-6 February 2026, 15:00-18:00 / CC5.2 - Entrada gratuita

Este congreso gratuito presentará 12 sesiones especializadas, todas ellas en español, y abarcarán los siguientes temas clave: Broadcast AV, inteligencia artificial (IA), realidad extendida (XR), tecnologías inmersivas y sostenibilidad en AV.

Cada presentación y panel tendrá una duración de aproximadamente 40 minutos y ofrecerá una visión más profunda y un diálogo interactivo sobre estos temas en tendencia.

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Pitching Stage

Tuesday to Friday, 3-6 February 2026, all day / Stand CS300 - Free to attend

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

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Partner Programme

Tuesday to Thursday, 3-6 February 2026, 10:30-14:00 / CC5.2 - Free to attend

The ISE 2026 Partner Programme presents a selection of sessions from pro AV thought leaders and industry innovators, as well as curated sessions from partners including the Catalan AV Cluster. Thursday's programme is devoted to the invidis Retail Conference.

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Fast Forward Friday

Friday, all day, 6 February 2026 / Various locations - free to attend

Fast Forward Friday is the umbrella title for several content streams on the final day of ISE 2026 themed around recruitment, skills and career development.

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