Cadmus (Mar 2024)
Technology for Good Spotlights Human Security at the Consumer Electronics Show
Abstract
This article discusses how the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held in January 2024 highlighted the growing connection between technology and human security. CES, held annually in Las Vegas, is one of the largest technology conferences in the world. In recent years, the organizers recognized the role of technology in addressing major social challenges and partnered with the World Academy of Art and Science and the UN Trust Fund for Human Security to promote the theme of “Human Security For All.” At CES 2024, there were over 135,000 attendees from around the globe witnessing innovations in areas like AI, smart cities, health tech, and more that have implications for human well-being and security. The event reflects how technology is increasingly shaping all sectors of society. It also serves as a platform for policymakers, industry leaders, and academics to discuss opportunities and challenges related to ensuring technology benefits humanity. The article also provides examples of new partnerships between diverse companies enabled by technological convergence. In conclusion, CES has become an important forum for moving the agenda of human security and technology forward in a collaborative way.
