Cvent Unveils 70+ AI-Powered Tools Backed by $1 Billion Investment
Event summary
- Cvent announced over 70 product innovations at Cvent CONNECT 2026, backed by a $1 billion technology investment.
- New AI-powered tools include CventIQ™ Skills for event workflow automation and an AI Assistant for event creation and venue recommendations.
- The company introduced enhancements for marketing professionals, including Attendee AI Assistant and Agenda Builder.
- Hospitality professionals gain new tools like AI Sourcing and Planner Navigator to attract group business.
The big picture
Cvent's $1 billion investment underscores the growing importance of AI in event management, positioning the company to dominate a market where events remain irreplaceable by digital channels. The integration of Goldcast and ON24 expands Cvent's capabilities in webinar and digital event hosting, addressing enterprise-scale needs with deep personalization and multilingual delivery.
What we're watching
- AI Adoption Pace
- How quickly Cvent's AI-powered tools will be adopted by event professionals and marketers.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will accelerate their own AI investments in response to Cvent's $1 billion commitment.
- Integration Success
- The effectiveness of integrating Goldcast and ON24 capabilities into Cvent's platform.