Independent Audit Confirms 2015 CES Attendance at 176,676, Says CEA

The independent audit of the 2015 International CES done by Veris Consulting confirmed attendance of 176,676 industry professionals, a 10 percent increase from the 2014 show, said CEA Tuesday. Attendees included 6,952 media. CEA said (see 1505130030) in May that next year it's implementing stricter credential requirements and implementing a $100 registration fee that goes up to $300 Dec. 21. CEA will cap attendance at for CES 2016 at roughly 176,000 “to ensure the highest quality experience for all in attendance,” it said.