The Jupiter Systems divestment reignites the debate: government oversight in company ownership takes on new weight when mission-critical security technology and TAA/BAA compliance are involved. It’s a reminder of how the AV industry must balance innovation, global investment, and national security. In parallel, trade shows are bigger than ever but in today’s hyper-connected world, we need to rethink the value they deliver.

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In today’s episode of AVWeek, host Tim Albright and his panel of industry experts tackle the stories shaping commercial AV. They break down the unprecedented Suirui–Jupiter Systems forced divestment and when national security justifies government control, and examine what modern trade shows like ISE must offer to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving industry.

Host: Tim Albright

Guests:

• Jennifer Weaver – NextLVL Learning
• Megan Zeller – Peerless-AV

This Week In AV:

• rAVe Pubs – Nureva Patents Mist Microphone Technology
• AV Magazine – Q-SYS Implements More Features for Full Stack Platform
• Variety – Madrid As Global AV Hub
• OpenPR – UC Market to expand to $85b by 2031
• AV Magazine – Drone Malfunctions Rain Fire

Roundtable Topics:

• AV Network – Suirui to Divest Jupiter under Presidential Order
• AV Buyers Club – ISE Expanding for 2026 With New Programs

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