The Nvidia GPU Technology Conference (GTC) is returning to San Jose from March 17-21, 2025, bringing together thousands of developers, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss the latest advancements in AI and accelerated computing.
With over 1,000 sessions, 400+ exhibits, hands-on training, and unparalleled networking opportunities, GTC 2025 is shaping up to be the year's ultimate AI event.
Keynote: Jensen Huang's Vision for the Future
Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO of Nvidia, will deliver the keynote at GTC 2025. This event, scheduled for Tuesday, March 18, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT, will cover groundbreaking advancements in AI, digital twins, cloud technologies, and sustainable computing.
Huang's keynote will provide a visionary roadmap of Nvidia's role in shaping the AI-driven world.
Must-Attend Sessions and Panels
- A New Era of Generalist Robotics: The Rise of Humanoids (March 19, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT): Leading specialists from Skild AI, Tiffintech, Boston Dynamics, Agility Robotics, and 1X will talk about the future of humanoid robots and their impact on different industries.
- AI for Humanoid Robots (March 19, 10:00 AM to 10:40 AM PDT): The research team at UC Berkeley explores how artificial intelligence might help make humanoid robots commercially feasible over the next three years.
- An Introduction to Building Humanoid Robots (March 19, 8:00-9:30 AM PDT): Nvidia researchers will demonstrate the Isaac GR00T platform, which is a toolkit for creating intelligent and responsive humanoid robots.
- Frontiers of AI and Computing: A Conversation with Yann LeCun and Bill Dally (March 18, 2:00–2:40 PM PDT): Yann LeCun, an AI pioneer, and Bill Dally, Nvidia's chief scientist, will explore the future of deep learning and its convergence with high-performance computing.
- Quantum Computing: Where We Are and Where We’re Headed (March 20, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT): Industry executives from Alice & Bob, Atom Computing, D-Wave, and Microsoft will discuss the current state and future of quantum computing.
- Accelerate the Future of Healthcare: AI-Powered Innovations (March 19, 9:00 AM to 9:40 AM PDT): GE HealthCare executives will discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing diagnostic imaging and digital health.
- How AI is Fueling Innovation in Automotive Software and Manufacturing (March 18, 1:00–1:40 PM PDT): Experts from General Motors and Nvidia will discuss how artificial intelligence is altering the automobile sector.
- AI for Safe and Efficient Trading in Electronic Markets (Mar 18, 2:00 PM - 2:40 PM PDT): The leader of Hudson River Trading's AI Lab demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming trading techniques and financial market decisions.
- AI’s Next Frontier: Taking Autonomy from Digital to Physical Reality (March 19, 11:00 AM to 11:40 AM PDT): Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun explores the practical application of generative AI in robotics and automation.
- How Predictive Intelligence is Driving the Future of Marketing (Mar 18, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PDT): Leaders from Delta Air Lines, Nvidia, and Blitzscaling Ventures discuss AI-powered marketing breakthroughs.
- Mass Personalization at Scale: Activating the Snickers Brand with Gen AI (Mar 18, 2:00 PM - 2:40 PM PDT): Mars and WPP executives discuss how generative AI is transforming brand engagement and customer interactions.
Exhibits and Hands-On Training
GTC 2025 will feature over 400 exhibitors presenting AI breakthroughs in several industries, including healthcare, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and digital twins.
Attendees can participate in interactive demos, learn about cutting-edge AI models, and receive hands-on technical training to sharpen their skills in deep learning, machine learning, and data science.
Networking and Collaboration
Besides presentations and exhibitions, GTC 2025 offers numerous networking opportunities.
Panel discussions, fireside chats, and dedicated meet-ups will offer attendees opportunities to connect with AI specialists, industry executives, and other innovators, making it a great spot to learn and gain insight into all things NVIDIA and more.
Registration Packages and Pricing
- Virtual Access: GTC offers full virtual access to its extensive content, including on-demand sessions, talks, and tutorials. While live sessions are limited, registration assures that you can take in the wealth of information and insights at your own pace, completely free of charge.
- Virtual Workshops: Enhance your GTC experience with virtual workshops, currently available at a significant discount. If you purchase three or more workshops, you'll get a 30% discount, bringing the individual price to $195 or a group rate of $137.
- Conference: There are two conference options available: a full 5-day pass for $1,975 (usually $2,295) and a 1-day pass for $985 (normally $1,145), both currently available at a discounted price. The 5-day pass includes sessions, lectures, tutorials, keynote access (first come, first served), exhibits (Tuesday through Friday), conference materials, lunch, evening receptions, special tech museum access, and virtual GTC content. The 1-day pass comes with the same privileges, but Keynote access is limited to Tuesday and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Exhibits: GTC offers two in-person exhibit access options: a full 4-day experience (Tuesday-Friday) for $745 (regularly $845), which includes the keynote (first come, first served, Tuesday pass only), evening receptions, exclusive tech museum access, and virtual GTC content; or a Friday-only exhibit pass for $100, providing exhibit access, exclusive tech museum access, and virtual GTC content. Both these options allow attendees to explore the exhibits and experience the event, with the four-day pass offering a more comprehensive experience, including the keynote and networking opportunities.
- Full-Day Workshops: Immerse yourself in focused learning with GTC's full-day programs, which cost $495 or a discounted group rate of $347. You can maximize your experience by purchasing three or more workshops and save around 30%. Registration includes in-person attendance, lunch on Sunday, and virtual access to all GTC content, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience both on-site and remotely.