Waymo's Co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana to Present Keynote Address at CES 2027

Waymo's Vision for Autonomous Mobility at CES 2027

Waymo is poised to take center stage at CES 2027 in Las Vegas, where co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana will unveil the company’s ambitious vision for the future of autonomous driving. As part of the Consumer Technology Association's renowned event, her keynote is set for January 6, 2027, at 1:00 PM PST at the Venetian's Palazzo Ballroom.

With a powerful legacy in transforming mobility, Waymo exemplifies how advanced technologies can seamlessly integrate into everyday life. The company's fully autonomous vehicles are already addressing significant transportation challenges, providing over half a million rides weekly while enhancing road safety and accessibility for all, particularly for the elderly and individuals with disabilities.

“Autonomous vehicles offer convenience and accessibility, making them integral to daily commutes, airport trips, and medical visits,” emphasizes Kinsey Fabrizio, President and CEO of the CTA. As she aptly notes, Waymo leverages cutting-edge AI and robotics to redefine mobility. Mawakana's leadership is pivotal; she has previously served on the CTA's Board of Industry Leaders and has been recognized on the TIME100 AI list and Forbes' 50 Over 50.

Mawakana's forthcoming address aims to articulate how Waymo is making fully autonomous transportation an everyday reality. “We are developing a ride-hailing service that provides a safer, more reliable way to reach destinations,” she states, highlighting the company's commitment to reducing the staggering annual toll of 1.19 million traffic deaths worldwide.

One of the key features of the Waymo Driver technology is its ability to operate tirelessly and without distraction. The upcoming keynote will provide insights into how Waymo maintains safety standards amid its global expansion plans and fleet enhancements.

Gary Shapiro, chairman and CEO of the CTA, agrees, noting that Mawakana represents a wave of innovation that has the potential to enhance lives and inspire policy considerations while pushing the boundaries of technology.

Attendees of CES 2027 will also have the unique opportunity to experience fully autonomous rides, as Waymo has recently begun offering these in its 15th U.S. market, Las Vegas. The event promises to feature not just Waymo, but also presentations from other automotive leaders like Stellantis.

Set against the backdrop of CES—an exhibition known for showcasing cutting-edge technologies and global innovators—Mawakana's speech is expected to reveal groundbreaking updates and future directions for Waymo's operations. Attendees are encouraged to visit Waymo's booth in West Hall to witness firsthand the evolution of autonomous vehicles.

As CES 2027 approaches, the anticipation builds for what innovations await, not only from Waymo but from the entire tech industry, as they converge to redefine what is possible in our daily lives. With Mawakana's keynote, the world will see not just a vision of mobility, but a roadmap to a safer, more accessible future.

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