QNX to Showcase Innovations for Software-Defined Vehicles and Mission-Critical Embedded Systems at CES 2026

QNX (NYSE:BB) will showcase its latest embedded-systems and automotive software at CES 2026, presenting demos at Booth #4024 in the West Hall on December 8, 2025 announcement.

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QNX (NYSE:BB) will showcase its latest embedded-systems and automotive software at CES 2026, presenting demos at Booth #4024 in the West Hall on December 8, 2025 announcement. Key exhibits include the new Foundational Vehicle Software Platform (FVSP) built with Vector, QNX Cabin on QNX SDP 8.0, QNX Sound in a Hyundai IONIQ 6 with a Bose concept system and Dolby Atmos, and the QNX Everywhere developer initiative featuring hands-on robotics and academic collaboration highlights. The booth also displays mission-critical applications in robotics, medical devices, and industrial automation.

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This announcement outlines QNX’s CES 2026 presence, highlighting its Foundational Vehicle Software P...

Analysis

This announcement outlines QNX’s CES 2026 presence, highlighting its Foundational Vehicle Software Platform, QNX Cabin on SDP 8.0, and QNX Sound integration in a Hyundai IONIQ 6 demo. It builds on recent QNX wins and leadership changes in late 2025, emphasizing automotive and mission-critical embedded use cases. Investors may watch for follow-on design wins, embedded partnerships, and updates on how these showcased platforms translate into commercial adoption and revenue growth over time.

Key Figures

Event year: 2026 Booth number: 4024 Software version: 8.0 +5 more

Event year

2026

CES 2026 showcase timing for QNX platforms

Booth number

4024

QNX booth location in West Hall at CES 2026

Software version

8.0

QNX SDP 8.0 used for QNX Cabin digital cockpit demos

Current price

$4.32

Share price before CES 2026 QNX showcase news

52-week high

$6.24

Upper end of 52-week trading range before this announcement

52-week low

$2.53

Lower end of 52-week trading range before this announcement

Market cap

$2,509,034,607

Equity value prior to CES 2026 QNX news

Price move 24h

1.65%

Pre-news daily percent change for BB shares

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 02

5 events

1. Dec 02

   QNX audio design win

   24h Move

   +2.0%

   Design win for QNX Sound in a 2026 luxury EV lineup.

2. Nov 17

   Leadership change QNX

   24h Move

   +3.4%

   Appointment of John Wall as President of the QNX division.

3. Nov 12

   Cyber training partnership

   24h Move

   -3.1%

   Women in Cyber leadership program launch in Malaysia with partners.

4. Nov 05

   Investor conferences

   24h Move

   -2.7%

   Planned participation in multiple November investor conference sessions.

5. Oct 28

   Gov cybersecurity funding

   24h Move

   +0.8%

   Expanded Canadian funding for ASEAN cybersecurity training at the CCoE.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

software-defined vehicles, mission-critical embedded systems, middleware, System-on-Chips (SoCs)

4 terms

software-defined vehicles technical

"showcase innovations for software-defined vehicles and mission-critical embedded systems at CES 2026"

Vehicles whose key features and performance are controlled and updated primarily through software rather than fixed hardware designs. Like a smartphone that gains new apps and capabilities over time, these cars can receive over-the-air updates that add features, improve efficiency, or fix issues, which matters to investors because it can extend product life, create ongoing revenue from software services, lower recall risk, and change how value is created and captured in the auto industry.

mission-critical embedded systems technical

"latest advancements in its mission-critical embedded systems and automotive software product portfolio"

Mission-critical embedded systems are small, dedicated computers built into machines or equipment that must run correctly every time because failure can cause safety hazards, major downtime, or costly recalls — think of the control unit in an airplane engine or a hospital life-support monitor. Investors care because these systems create high reliability and regulatory demands that drive long product lifecycles, ongoing service revenue, and higher costs and liability risk, all of which affect a company’s future cash flow and valuation.

middleware technical

"combines QNX's proven OS and virtualization technologies with Vector's middleware to streamline"

Middleware is software that acts like a bridge or translator between different applications and systems, allowing them to share data and work together smoothly. Investors care because middleware influences how reliably a company’s technology runs, how easily new features or partners can be added, and whether a software provider has steady, repeatable revenue from integration services—factors that affect growth, costs and long‑term value.

System-on-Chips (SoCs) technical

"running on multiple hardware targets, including industry-leading System-on-Chips (SoCs) from Qualcomm"

A system-on-chip (SoC) is a single microchip that combines multiple electronic components—such as a processor, memory, and connectivity—onto one compact circuit, replacing several separate chips. For investors, SoCs matter because they can lower manufacturing costs, improve device performance and battery life, and create higher barriers to entry for competitors, all of which influence product margins, supply risk, and a company’s ability to scale and differentiate its offerings.

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WATERLOO, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / December 8, 2025 / QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB), has announced it will showcase the latest advancements in its mission-critical embedded systems and automotive software product portfolio, including a new demo of its Foundational Vehicle Software Platform developed in collaboration with Vector, at CES 2026.

Exhibition Overview:

At the QNX Booth (#4024 in the West Hall) visitors can explore three dedicated and interactive zones: Automotive, featuring cutting-edge digital cockpit and software-defined audio solutions like QNX^® Cabin and QNX^® Sound; QNX^® Everywhere, highlighting the company's expanded global developer access to QNX^® technology and training; and Other Mission-Critical Industries, showcasing how QNX software is powering real-world applications in robotics, medical devices, industrial automation and beyond.

On-site demos include:

Foundational Vehicle Software Platform (FVSP)

This performance-optimized platform combines QNX's proven OS and virtualization technologies with Vector's middleware to streamline automotive software development. Discover how automakers can eliminate the cumbersome and costly software integration process, empowering them to shift their focus to delivering innovative consumer-facing applications that build brand loyalty, differentiation, and value.

QNX Everywhere

Building on last year's launch, the QNX Everywhere area will give attendees insight into the incredible progress the initiative has made, expanding global developer access to QNX technology, and the chance to discover what's next. Featuring an interactive mini robotic arm that attendees can control to play games and win prizes, updates on academic collaborations and plans for nurturing future talent and ecosystem growth, QNX Everywhere continues to champion free, open-source collaboration for the developer community.

QNX Sound in the Hyundai IONIQ 6

Take a seat in a custom-built Hyundai IONIQ 6 demo vehicle featuring a Bose concept sound system with Dolby Atmos playback to see how it operates within a modern software-defined vehicle architecture. Learn how QNX Sound enables OEMs to centralize their in-vehicle acoustics and signal processing, save costs, and deliver studio-quality listening experiences.

QNX Cabin on QNX SDP 8.0

QNX's cloud-first digital cockpit development platform will be showcased running on multiple hardware targets, including industry-leading System-on-Chips (SoCs) from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and AMD, illustrating how developers can "shift left" to accelerate cockpit development with greater speed, flexibility, and efficiency.

Real-World Mission-Critical Product Showcase

A range of real-world examples powered by QNX will demonstrate how its proven technologies extend beyond automotive into other mission-critical industries. Explore a surgical robotic arm redefining medical precision, experience the technology that can help humanoids 'see' and learn how a distributed control system manages and automates industrial processes.

"CES is the perfect stage to showcase how QNX is driving the future of software-defined vehicles and mission-critical systems," said Carsten Hurasky, SVP and CMO at QNX. "QNX sets the gold standard when it comes to safety, security, real-time determinism and high-performance in mission-critical embedded systems where failure is not an option. From our forthcoming foundational vehicle software platform to middleware technologies like QNX Cabin and QNX Sound, we look forward to demonstrating the many and varied ways that our innovative solutions empower developers and transform industries worldwide."

Visit QNX at Booth #4024 in the West Hall or schedule a meeting with a spokesperson here.

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About BlackBerry

BlackBerry (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company's high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management.

About QNX

QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB), enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. QNX® technology has been deployed in the world's most critical embedded systems, including more than 255 million vehicles on the road today. QNX® software is trusted across industries including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Founded in 1980, QNX is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Learn more at qnx.com.

©2025 BlackBerry Limited. Trademarks, including but not limited to BLACKBERRY and EMBLEM Design, QNX and the QNX logo design are the trademarks or registered trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, and the exclusive rights to such trademarks are expressly reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services.

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SOURCE: QNX

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FAQ

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What will QNX (BB) present at CES 2026 and where is the booth?

QNX will present FVSP with Vector, QNX Cabin, QNX Sound demos and mission-critical showcases at Booth #4024, West Hall.

What is the Foundational Vehicle Software Platform QNX will demo at CES 2026 (BB)?

The FVSP combines QNX OS and virtualization with Vector middleware to streamline automotive software integration and development.

How will QNX Sound be demonstrated at CES 2026 for BB?

QNX Sound is shown in a custom Hyundai IONIQ 6 with a Bose concept system and Dolby Atmos playback to showcase centralized in-vehicle acoustics.

What does QNX Cabin on QNX SDP 8.0 demonstrate at CES 2026 for BB developers?

QNX Cabin on SDP 8.0 will run on multiple SoCs (Qualcomm, MediaTek, AMD) to illustrate faster, cloud-first digital cockpit development.

What is QNX Everywhere and what will attendees see at CES 2026 (BB)?

QNX Everywhere expands developer access, features hands-on demos like a controllable robotic arm, and highlights academic and ecosystem initiatives.

Does QNX show non-automotive mission-critical products at CES 2026 (BB)?

Yes; exhibits include surgical robotics, humanoid perception demos, and distributed industrial control system examples powered by QNX software.