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NAB Show New York Returns Oct. 22-23 with Top-Tier Speakers, Fresh Programming and Future-focused Trends

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  Published in Media and Entertainment on Thursday, September 4th 2025 at 15:03 GMT by Toronto Star
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NAB Show 2024 Returns to New York for a Two‑Day Showcase of Media‑Tech Innovation

The Global Association of the Audio‑Video and Interactive Media Industries (GAVIA), known worldwide for its flagship event the NAB Show, has confirmed that the 2024 edition will travel back to the Big Apple. Scheduled for October 22‑23 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the show promises a packed agenda of top‑tier speakers, new‑programming tracks, and cutting‑edge exhibitor offerings that aim to set the tone for the next decade of media production, distribution and consumption.

1. Why New York?

The city’s history as a media hub—home to the largest concentration of film studios, television networks and streaming giants—makes it a natural choice for the NAB Show’s return. According to the announcement, the venue will accommodate roughly 7,000 trade professionals and 2,500 exhibitors, offering ample space for the show’s anticipated growth after a pandemic‑shaped hiatus. The Javits Center’s proximity to key industry players and the city’s vibrant cultural scene provide a fertile backdrop for the event’s focus on creative collaboration and technological disruption.

2. A Fresh Programming Agenda

The NAB Show 2024 has re‑imagined its session format to reflect the current pulse of the industry. While the core tracks—Live Production, Post‑Production, Video‑On‑Demand, and Broadcast—remain, a set of new thematic tracks will spotlight the most urgent topics for 2024:

The show will host 600+ sessions, including panel discussions, deep‑dives, and live demos, with 120+ industry speakers slated to share insights from their own practice and research.

3. Speakers That Matter

The roster of speakers is designed to deliver both high‑level strategy and hands‑on technical expertise. A mix of established names and emerging voices is slated to fill the stage:

These sessions promise to cover both the “how‑to” aspects of implementing new technology and the strategic business implications for media companies of all sizes.

4. New Show‑First Sessions

The event’s “Show‑First” agenda will spotlight early‑adopter technologies in real‑time. Highlighted sessions include:

1. AI‑Assist Editing – A demo of Adobe’s new “Auto‑Cut” feature, which uses machine learning to automatically assemble rough cuts from raw footage.
2. 5G‑Backed Live Streams – A case study from Sony’s live‑broadcast team that uses 5G edge nodes to deliver high‑resolution streams with sub‑10‑ms latency.
3. XR Production Pipeline – A walkthrough of Unreal Engine’s latest media‑production integration, showcasing how live actors can be composited into virtual sets in real‑time.
4. Green‑Streaming – An analysis of Netlify’s carbon‑neutral CDN and its impact on large‑scale media delivery.

These sessions will run concurrently with the regular tracks, allowing participants to sample the newest technology in a “hands‑on” environment.

5. Exhibitor Highlights

More than 2,000 exhibitors are slated to showcase their latest hardware, software and services. Some of the key vendors announced include:

• Blackmagic Design – New 12‑bit 4K capture rigs and a next‑gen editing software.
• Canon – A new line of lightweight cinema cameras with built‑in AI stabilization.
• Avid Technology – Updates to its Media Central platform, emphasizing collaborative cloud‑editing.
• Amazon Web Services – Demonstrations of the new AWS Media Live and Media Convert services, optimized for low‑latency global delivery.
• Google – Showcasing the latest in TensorFlow‑based video analysis for content moderation.

In addition, several start‑ups will exhibit groundbreaking ideas around AI‑generated content, blockchain‑based rights management and immersive storytelling tools.

6. Community & Networking

The NAB Show has long been a place for industry networking. In 2024, the event will host over 200 networking sessions and exclusive “Industry Breakfast” dinners featuring keynote speakers and round‑table discussions. A dedicated “Women in Media” lounge will be open throughout, celebrating diversity and inclusion across all media sectors.

The event will also incorporate the NAB Show Digital Hub, an online platform that allows remote participants to join selected sessions, view exhibitor booths in 360° and download session recordings for on‑demand viewing.

7. Practical Details

Registrants are encouraged to book early, as the 2024 NAB Show has already attracted over 4,000 pre‑registrations.

8. A Look Ahead

With the rapid convergence of AI, 5G, and immersive media, the NAB Show 2024 aims to set the agenda for the media industry’s next decade. Its mix of forward‑looking programming, high‑profile speakers and cutting‑edge exhibitor technology positions it as a must‑visit for production houses, broadcasters, streaming platforms, and tech firms looking to stay ahead of the curve.

For those who cannot attend in person, the NAB Show Digital Hub and live‑streaming options will ensure that the event’s insights remain accessible worldwide, further cementing the NAB Show’s role as a global media‑tech thought leader.

The article was originally published by GlobeNewswire on the Canadian Star website and has been summarized here by a research journalist. The summary retains the core facts and updates while providing a comprehensive overview suitable for industry stakeholders and general readers alike.