It is Innovation (i3)

ARLINGTON, VA – June 12, 2026 – The following statement on the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) is attributed to Michael Petricone, Sr. Vice President of Government Affairs, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: “AICOA abandons an approach to antitrust policy that has delivered enormous benefits to Americans for decades.

ARLINGTON, VA – June 4, 2026 – The following statement is attributed to Kinsey Fabrizio, President & CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: "CTA welcomes Representative Jay Obernolte and Representative Lori Trahan's dedicated bipartisan collaboration on AI policy. As Congress considers the future of AI governance, a key goal is creating a national framework that avoids a patchwork of state laws and provides the certainty American innovators need to compete.

Laura Ambrosio, CTA Manager, Policy Communications CES on the Hillon April 22 in Washington, D.C. “CES on the Hill brings together the people shaping an American-led technology future,” said Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair and CEO, CTA. “The United States is the best place to build and grow a business, but we need innovation-friendly policies to ensure American business stays globally competitive.

Laura Ambrosio, CTA Manager, Policy Communications ARLINGTON, VA – March 20, 2026– The following statement is attributed to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: “President Trump recognizes an American-led AI future will unlock economic growth and spark innovation. His framework offers real steps to make that happen. We welcome the White House request for congressional action to advance AI innovation. One rulebook for AI will end the chaos of conflicting state AI laws.

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: “As American households face rising energy costs, Americans want to know the efficiency of the technology that powers their daily lives. For more than 30 years, American consumers and businesses who want to save energy and money have looked for the ENERGY STAR label as a trusted, government-backed indicator of that efficiency.

Carolyn Posner, CTA Director, Policy Communications ARLINGTON, VA – January 22, 2026 – The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® and Kinsey Fabrizio, President, CTA: “We are thrilled to congratulate​Dr.​Ximena Gates-Lincolao on her appointment as Chile’s new Minister of Science, Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation.

Carolyn Posner, CTA Director, Policy Communications The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®: “We commend the Congressional leaders who brokered today’s deal to reopen the federal government. When government works, America works. Business leaders need certainty that our government will keep the lights on and agency doors open to plan, invest, and build with confidence. This is just the first step.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® today is releasing a report showing 88% of U.S. holiday shoppers plan to buy technology products, reaffirming tech as one of the most sought-after gift categories. “Tech gifts are powering the holidays once again,” said Steve Koenig, vice president, Market Research, CTA.

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, Consumer Technology Association (CTA): "We urge Congress to vote to open the government. Our federal government provides essential services that sustain our economy and our leadership and innovation.

Today, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® is announcing the election of its 2026 Executive Board (EB) and Board of Industry Leaders (BIL). The EB is CTA’s governing board and the BIL is a select group of industry executives who advise on CTA policies and events, including CES®. “We’re thrilled to welcome this outstanding group of innovators and visionaries to CTA’s Executive Board and Board of Industry Leaders,” said Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, CTA.