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May 2020

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RETAILOBSERVER.COM MAY 2020 12 Eureka Park included the Oval Home smart sensor that analyzes temperature, light, humidity and movement in the home; Yoganotch, which applies motion capture technology to help users improve yoga poses; and Caregiver Smart Solutions with sensors that track movement and patterns to reassure caregivers and offer patients more independence at home. "CES has the unique ability for startups and young companies to get exposure to major global brands," said Mara Lewis, co-founder and CEO of ID8 Innovation and member, of the CTA Board of Industry Leaders. "The opportunities for venture funding and growth are incredible here. And the CES 2020 Diversity and Inclusion conference track was mind blowing! " Diversity and Inclusion • CES 2020 had a major focus on Diversity and Inclusion, with new programming and partnerships. The Innovation for All conference program featured chief diversity officers and leaders from Bosch, HP and Walmart and explored inclusive ways that D& I is contributing to the bottom line, shifting culture, hiring differently and investing in diversity. Travel and Tourism • Delta Airlines was the first airline to keynote at CES. In his address, Delta CEO Ed Bastian described the future of travel through tech, including AI, AR, biometric security, smart incentive programs and a new Parallel Reality experience as travel becomes more customized. Transportation and Vehicle Technology • CES 2020 was revved up by the future of transportation. Nine of the world's leading automotive manufacturers, including Audi, BMW, Daimler (Mercedes), FCA, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Toyota, and more than 150 vehicle tech exhibitors unveiled the latest in connected cars, self-driving vehicles, and CES ® 2020 Wrap-up

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