News Summary:
The 2026 NAB Show featured the "We Are Broadcasters" session on May 1, sponsored by XPERI, celebrating industry voices, leaders, and storytellers who shape television, radio, and broadcasting's future, while honoring excellence and community impact. Earlier on May 1, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) opened nominations for the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards, accepting submissions until May 31. These awards recognize excellence and performance in radio, with winners slated for announcement in October at the Edison Ballroom, prior to NAB Show New York. The 2026 NAB Show, held in Las Vegas, highlighted the media and entertainment industry's shift toward building smarter systems with AI, XR, and cloud technology, moving beyond a sole focus on new hardware. On April 30, the event showcased new production tools, AI, and vertical video advancements. Previously, also on April 30, the NAB appointed Ben Arden as senior vice president and deputy general counsel. Arden, formerly special counsel in the Federal Communications Commission’s Media Bureau and a legal adviser to Brendan Carr, will lead NAB’s policy and legal advocacy, addressing broadcasters' priorities on issues such as media ownership and competition.
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