NAB Show attendees hailed from 146 countries, underscoring its expanding international footprint. Almost one in four participants traveled from outside the U.S. (22%), while 48% were first-time attendees — almost half of the total audience. This surge highlights the event’s growing global appeal and its increasing relevance as a destination for…

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Yes indeed. I’m also waiting to see what happens to Vegas Pro in the future before I upgrade.

Thanks for responding. I’m also waiting to see what happens to Vegas Pro before I upgrade.

Ralph Hajik
RJTravelMedia

Hi Creative Cow readers, just wondering how many are attending NAB this year and what interest you in going?

I agree, Vegas Pro has been on a journey from Sony to Magix and now Boris. I was shocked to get the email stating that Vegas Pro has found another home “BORIS”. I hope it’s for the better. Good luck to all Vegas Pro users.

Ralph Hajik

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced the live schedule for the 2026 NAB Broadcast Engineering and Information Technology (BEIT) Conference, showcasing a bold program spotlighting the future of broadcast and digital media. Held April 18–21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center during NAB Show, the conference convenes the e… Read more

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that broadcast engineers and executives Bert Goldman and Harvey Arnold are the 2026 recipients of NAB’s<b style=”font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;”> Engineering Achievement Awards. They will be honored at the We Are Broadcasters Awards Ceremony, held on the Main Stage of t…

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The moments people remember aren’t accidental. They’re built in post, protected in the pipeline and scaled across platforms that didn’t exist five years ago. You’ve seen how NAB Show brings those moments to life. And every year, the industry moves faster.

What You’ll Do at NAB Show:

• West Hall: Explore major platform providers, discover startups…

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The Broadcasters Foundation of America will honor eight industry leaders at the 2026 Leadership Awards during the NAB Show in Las Vegas. Honorees include Heather Cohen, April Carty-Sipp, Mike Hulvey, Alissa Pollack, Michael J. Hayes and Chad Matthews. John Catsimatidis will be honored with the Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award, and… Read more

NBC Sports Executive Jon Miller to Take Part in Summit Fireside Conversation on Rights, Partnerships and Navigating a Changing Media Landscape

The 2026 NAB Show will expand its Sports Summit to four days, convening leaders from across leagues, teams, broadcast networks, streaming platforms and technology companies to examine the rapidly evolving…

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Current “CBS Sunday Morning” and former “Daily Show” correspondent will be honored at the 2026 NAB Show for a career blending journalism, history and humor

The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that Mo Rocca, an award-winning correspondent for “CBS Sunday Mo…

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The award will be bestowed at the 2026 NAB Show in Las Vegas, honoring Bargatze’s cultural impact, record-breaking rise and uniquely unifying brand of comedy

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that Nate Bargatze, the No. 1-grossing comedian in the world, will be the recipient of the prestigious 2026 NAB Television C…

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My staff and I wish you a Blessed, Safe and Merry Christmas to everyone at Creative Cow and readers.

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Julie Hajik
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RJTravelMedia

Every year, the entire content ecosystem gathers in Las Vegas to explore the ideas, tools and technologies rewriting the rules of creation, distribution and monetization. This April, NAB Show returns with even more to discover.

From sports and AI to streaming, cloud workflows and the rapidly expanding creator economy, this is where the next era…

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Nominations Are Due Jan. 27, 2026, and March 9, 2026, With Awards Presented at NAB Show in Las Vegas

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 NAB Technology Awards, which recognize excellence in broadcast engineering, digital leadership and technology innovation. The awards will be presented during…

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Hello readers on the Cow. If you’re interested in going to the NAB Show in New York at the Javits Center you might be interested in Exhibitor Pass Only.

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Hello everyone, NAB Show registration is now open October 22 – 23, 2025 at the Javits Center, New York.

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Registration opens in late July for the 2025 NAB Show New York, happening October 21-23 at the Javits Center. As the East Coast’s premier event for media, entertainment and brand storytelling, NAB Show New York will unite content creators, production professionals and industry leaders across broadcasting, sports, live events, advertising, m… Read more

The 2025 NAB Show concludes today as the leading global platform for the media and entertainment industry, reaching new audiences and connecting storytellers worldwide. With compelling industry insights, cutting-edge technology innovation, and a diverse global audience, this year’s event further cemented its role as the premier business event f…

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The 2025 NAB Show kicks off on Saturday, April 5, with exhibits opening April 6, showcasing innovation that will define the content and entertainment landscape and shape the future of storytelling. From AI-driven tools to the creator economy, sports, cloud virtualization, and streaming/OTT, the show floor and conference program will highlight the…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) will present the Television Chairman’s Award to renowned magicians and television personalities, Penn Jillette and Teller. The award will be presented at the 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas, NV during the We Are Broadcasters session on Tuesday, April 8, at 10 a.m. on the Main Stage.

The NAB TV C…

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Legendary syndicated radio personality Delilah will receive the fourth annual Insight Award from the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) during the NAB Show Welcome on April 7, in Las Vegas, Nev. The award recognizes Delilah’s trailblazing history of excellence in broadcasting and her profound impact on audiences n…

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The NAB Broadcast Engineering and IT (BEIT) Conference, part of NAB Show taking place April 5-9 (Exhibits April 6-9), is blasting off with a keynote session that’s literally out of this world! Conference attendees will engage in a live 4K UHD conversation with NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station, showcasing new live UHD s…

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The 2025 NAB Show is the ultimate destination for sports media, broadcasting and fan engagement. From April 5-9 (Exhibits April 6-9), Las Vegas will be the epicenter of industry-shaping discussions, groundbreaking technology and interactive experiences redefining how sports are produced, distributed and consumed.

With the launch of the Sports…

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Media registration is open for the 2025 NAB Show, the premier event for industry professionals shaping the future of broadcast, media, entertainment and technology. Taking place April 5-9, 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (Exhibits April 6-9), NAB Show is the ultimate destination for discovering next-gen solutions that drive innovation in AI…

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The 2025 NAB Show, the premier event for the broadcast, media and entertainment industry, is set to showcase an exceptional lineup of industry leaders and innovators. Global visionaries will be taking the stage to speak on key trends that include AI, sports, streaming, cloud virtualization and the creator economy. These thought leaders will…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Jeff Moriarty, chief product officer for digital products at Nexstar Media Group, is the recipient of the 2025 Digital Leadership Award. He will receive the award at the We Are Broadcasters Awards Ceremony, held at the 2025 NAB Show on Tuesday, April 8 in Las Vegas.

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NAB Show, the premier global event for the media and entertainment industry, is thrilled to announce the debut of its Business of Entertainment track, developed in partnership with The Ankler, a leading and influential voice covering the entertainment industry today with news, insightful commentary and expert analysis. Held during the 2025 NAB…

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NAB Show’s Broadcast Engineering and IT (BEIT) Conference is where the future of broadcast technology takes shape, bringing together industry leaders to explore cutting-edge advancements — emphasizing the evolution of technology across radio, television, digital and the broader media and IT ecosystem. New this year, NAB Show and Public Media Ven…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that consulting engineers Paul S. Shulins and Dennis W. Wallace are the 2025 recipients of NAB’s Engineering Achievement Awards. They will be honored at the We Are Broadcasters Awards, held on the Main Stage of the 2025 NAB Show on Tuesday, April 8 in Las Vegas.

Established in 1959, t…

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is a driving force at the 2025 NAB Show, shaping the future of content creation, distribution, monetization and audience engagement. PropelME, NAB Show’s dedicated startup hub, is featuring companies leveraging AI to transform the broadcast, media and entertainment industry. Through a strategic partnership with F… Read more

The future is taking shape, and you know where to find it. Join us at NAB Show, the ultimate gathering for leaders in media, entertainment and technology.

This year, discover the tools, insights and trends shaping the next era. From sports media and AI to the creator economy, streaming and cloud virtualization, everything is designed to amplify…

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Education: April 5 – 9, 2025
Exhibits: April 6 -9, 2025

A new era of NAB Show is on the horizon, where fresh, forward-thinking trends, topics and ideas will take center stage to inspire what’s next for the industry. Registration opens in mid-January, but there’s no need to wait to start planning your trip to Las Vegas.
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This is your opportunity to take the stage and shape the future of media, entertainment, and technology. We’re looking for visionary thought leaders, innovative brands, and storytellers like you to share groundbreaking insights, real-world success stories and transformative case studies.

Whether you’re pioneering new workflows, redefining sto…

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Welcome to NAB Show 2025, it’s right around the corner.

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Sean Perkins has been named chief marketing officer and senior vice president of Global Connections and Events (GCE), where he will oversee marketing efforts for NAB Show and NAB Show New York. Perkins will drive strategies…

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As NAB Show kicks off its 101st year, it brings 65,000 registered attendees to Las Vegas to learn about and discuss the latest in tech and innovation for the broadcast, media and entertainment industries. Nearly three-quarters are buyers, and they wield a collective buying power of $17 billion. Attendees come from 162 countries across six…

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NAB Show today celebrated sustainability champions in six categories during its annual Excellence in Sustainability Awards ceremony. Judged by an independent panel of experts, award winners were recognized as individuals, companies and products/services for outstanding innovations in media technology that promote sustainability and foster economic…

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With more than 155 countries represented, NAB Show April 13 – 17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is solidly the global destination for all things broadcast, media and entertainment. Dignitaries and delegations from six continents will convene to discover cutting-edge technologies, forge strategic partnerships and shape the future of content…

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NAB Show brings together a dynamic mix of celebrities, broadcasters, renowned creators and industry leaders to deliver key insights, discuss innovation and chart the course for the future of broadcast, media and entertainment. These thought leaders will converge at the Las Vegas Convention Center April 13 – 17, 2024, (Exhibits April 14 – 17) to…

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From early-stage startups and edge-of-the-art media technologies to industry powerhouses debuting boundary-pushing products and technologies, a dynamic roster of nearly 1,300 exhibitors will present the forefront of innovation at the 2024 NAB Show in Las Vegas, April 13-17 (Exhibits April 14-17). With 65,000-70,000 attendees from 160 countries and…

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In the crowded media landscape, audience attention spans are shorter than ever. To stand out, content must truly connect with audiences. That’s the subject of a newly announced Main Stage session at the 2024 NAB Show in Las Vegas featuring NBCUniversal entertainment chairman Frances Berwick and moderated by Variety co-editor-in-chief Cynthia L…

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Emmy-nominated Sean Evans will give a behind-the-scenes view of how he fired up the celebrity interview show Hot Ones to become a cultural phenomenon when he takes the Main Stage at the 2024 NAB Show. Hot Ones, which features celebrities interviewed by Evans as they progressively work their way through a lineup of increasingly hot wings, has more…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is hosting its fourth annual NAB Diversity Symposium April 14 – 15 at the 2024 NAB Show in Las Vegas. This year’s symposium remains open to all attendees.

The program features a new structure that caters to the diversity of the NAB Show audience with individual sessions focusing on inclusion across t…

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The NAB Show Daily brings you First Look, a glimpse at the innovations in technology and new products you will see at the show, along with some exhibitor viewpoints and events happening on the show floor. Join us as we prepare to head to Las Vegas for the opening of the exhibit floor on April 14. Need help navigating the show? Consider a tour. Are…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that FOX’s groundbreaking true crime series, “America’s Most Wanted,” will be inducted into the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame for television. The series will be honored during the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Ceremony, held on the Main Stage of the 2024 NAB Show, April 15 at 1 p.m.…

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The 2024 NAB Show, taking place April 13-17 (Exhibits April 14-17) at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will give attendees the opportunity to spark their imagination, better connect with their communities, witness next-generation technology in action and fuel their content through dedicated on-floor Community Zones.

Each Zone – on the show floor, a…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that Sun Sachs, senior vice president of Digital Products at Townsquare Media, is the recipient of the 2024 Digital Leadership Award. He will be honored during the Broadcasting Hall of Fame ceremony held on the Main Stage at the 2024 NAB Show, April 15 at 1 p.m. PT.

Created in 2015, the…

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that Hubbard Radio’s David Kolesar and consulting engineer Winston Caldwell are the recipients of the 2024 NAB Engineering Achievement Awards. They will be honored at the We Are Broadcasters Awards, held on the Main Stage of the 2024 NAB Show, April 16 at 9:30 a.m.

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Authenticity fuels success in content creation. That’s the message actress, writer, host and activist Jameela Jamil will deliver when she takes the Main Stage at the 2024 NAB Show, April 13 – 17 (Exhibits April 14 – 17) at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Creators will be inspired and empowered through sessions, workshops, exhibits and more as NA…

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NAB Broadcast Engineering and IT (BEIT) Conference opening keynoter Dr. Hao Li examines the current and future role of generative AI in media

Captivating narratives, stunning visuals and life-like character interaction – artificial intelligence (AI) is disrupting traditional content creation and delivery. Leading AI and computer-vision researcher <…

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