Microsoft became the latest big tech company to drop out of next month's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) physically because of worries about the spreading Omicron coronavirus variant, the Verge reported on Friday.
The company decided not to participate in-person after reviewing the latest data on the COVID-19 environment, the Verge reported, citing a company spokesperson.Microsoft did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
CES officials on Thursday said the event will still be held in person Jan. 5-8 with "strong safety measures in place," which include vaccination requirements, masking and availability of COVID-19 tests. Microsoft will have a digital presence for both the Microsoft Partner Innovation Experience and Automotive Press Kit, according to the Verge.Reporting by Vishal Vivek in Bengaluru; Editing by Leslie AdlerSubscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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