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“Built on simplicity and reliability, Baidu is the leading internet platform in China and services the largest internet user population in the world,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CTA. “Baidu continues to innovate and grow in the age of mobility and connectivity using cutting-edge technology to power and enhance its products and services. We are excited to welcome Mr. Gu to the CES Asia 2017 keynote stage.”
Mr. Gu is the GM of Baidu Intelligent Vehicle Division (‘Baidu iV’), which is dedicated to providing professional autonomous driving solutions to car manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers, chip partners and other service providers. He formerly oversaw the development of many of Baidu’s products including Baidu mp3, video, and voice search plus Baidu map. Prior to his current position, he was the Vice GM of Baidu Map Division and the GM of Baidu Telematics. Mr. Gu graduated from Beijing Jiao Tong University and joined Baidu in 2003.
At CES Asia, Baidu will be showcasing the future of vehicle technology in two locations: SNIEC, hall N3, booth 3070 and an outdoor exhibit presented by Baidu’s Intelligent Driving Group featuring Baidu Autonomous Driving technology.
More than 400 companies are already slated to exhibit including 3M, Audio-Technica, Baidu, BMW, BYD, Carl Zeiss, Changhong Electric, China Mobile, Continental, Digital China, DJI, Dynaudio, Fossil/Misfit, Garmin, Gibson Brands, Goertek, Haier, Harman, Hisense, Honda, Huawei, Hyundai, JD.com, Konka Group, Mercedes-Benz, Monster, NavInfo, NEVS, Onkyo, OnStar, OtterBox, Pioneer, PPTV, Samsung, Scosche, Segway, Suning, Tencent, United States Postal Service, UPS, Valeo, Volvo, Voxx, Wacom and Yuneec. Ultimately, CES Asia 2017 is expected to draw more than 30,000 attendees and more than 1,100 global media to cover the latest tech innovation across 19 product categories, including major growth areas such as drones, the Internet of Things (IoT) and virtual reality.
Visit CESAsia.com for more information on attending or exhibiting at CES Asia 2017. CES Asia industry attendees, media and exhibitors may access the keynotes with a valid show badge.
Note to Editors: Journalists traveling from outside of China will require a J-1 or J-2 visa. For questions about exhibiting at CES Asia, contact Brian Moon at bmoon@CTA.tech or +1 703-907-4351.
About CES Asia:
Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)TM and co-produced by Shanghai Intex Exhibition Co., Ltd (Shanghai Intex), CES Asia is the premier event for the consumer technology industry, showcasing the full breadth and depth of the innovation value-chain in the Asian marketplace. Key global businesses come to this new event to grow and reinforce their brand by showcasing the latest products and technologies to consumer tech industry executives, foreign buyers, international media and a limited number of consumers from China. Attendees have exclusive access to some of the largest brands from China and around the world, while celebrating the innovation that defines the consumer technology sector.
About Consumer Technology Association:
Consumer Technology Association (CTA) is the trade association representing the $292 billion U.S. consumer technology industry, which supports more than 15 million U.S. jobs. More than 2,200 companies – 80 percent are small businesses and startups; others are among the world’s best known brands – enjoy the benefits of CTA membership including policy advocacy, market research, technical education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CTA also owns and produces CES® – the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. Profits from CES are reinvested into CTA’s industry services.
About Shanghai Intex:
Shanghai Intex Exhibition Co., Ltd was originally the exhibition organizing business of Shanghai Intex, a pioneering exhibition organizer established in 1995. Shanghai Intex is jointly overseen by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Shanghai and PNO Exhibition Investment (Dubai) Limited. Starting in 1998, Shanghai Intex has organized over 100 trade shows and conferences with a sum total exhibition space in excess of 2 million sqm. Shanghai Intex is comprised of professional teams with a wealth of experience in organizing major international events, covering the creative industry, healthcare, lifestyle, advanced manufacturing and consumer electronics.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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CES Asia 2017 – Register
June 7-9, Shanghai, China -
CEO Summit
June 21-24, Amalfi Coast, Italy -
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October 9-11, San Francisco, CA -
CES 2018
January 9-12, Las Vegas, NV