NAB Show New York 2026 wrapped up Thursday at the Javits Center, drawing roughly 6,700 attendees over two days for sessions and demos centered on artificial intelligence, streaming, live sports, and other emerging media technologies.
Preliminary figures from the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show the event drew more than 9,000 registrants. Fifty-seven percent of those who attended were first-time participants, and representatives from 72 countries took part.
About 250 exhibiting companies and sponsors displayed products and services across the show floor. The program included 101 educational sessions featuring 156 speakers.
The gathering highlighted tools and strategies for broadcasters and media companies navigating shifts in content delivery, production, and audience engagement, with particular emphasis on AI applications, streaming platforms, and live sports coverage.