November 4, 2025 - The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)^® has announced Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed, will be a keynote speaker at CES 2026, the most powerful tech event in the world. Combining a century of experience and technology, Caterpillar is redefining what heavy equipment can do, creating new, better, and safer ways for its customers to dig, mine, build, power, and evolve. Caterpillar will unveil its latest developments in AI, machine learning, and autonomous functionality, announcing new innovations, partnerships, and investments. The full announcement can be read here. 

Joe will deliver his keynote at 9:00 AM (PT) on Wednesday, Jan. 7, in the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian. To experience first-hand the tech of tomorrow, visit the Caterpillar exhibit located at booth 5019 at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall.  For more details, please contact Caterpillar’s Trade Press Manager, Kate Kenny at  Kenny_Kate@cat.com.