19-Year-Old Indian Entrepreneur Showcases AI-Powered Sports Tech at CES 2026
Smartan.ai, India`s leading AI-powered sports technology company backed by cricket legend Ravi Shastri, showcased its groundbreaking injury prevention and rehabilitation platform at the prestigious CES 2026 (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas from January 6-9, 2026. The company`s Co-Founder and CTO, 19-year-old Sanjay Thiyagarajan, is among the youngest entrepreneurs to present at the world`s most influential technology event.
CES: The Global Stage for Innovation
CES is the world`s largest and most prestigious technology trade show, attracting over 130,000 attendees from 150+ countries, including CEOs from Fortune 500 companies, venture capitalists, media, and technology leaders. The event showcases innovations from industry giants like Nvidia, Samsung, Sony, Google, Microsoft, and Intel, alongside breakthrough startups reshaping the future of technology. With over 4,000 exhibiting companies and $300 billion in business deals annually, CES represents the pinnacle of global tech innovation.
Revolutionary AI Technology Meets Sports Medicine
Smartan.ai`s platform uses advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence to provide real-time biomechanical analysis, preventing injuries and optimizing athletic performance. The company`s newly launched rehabilitation module represents a breakthrough in applying AI to post-injury recovery, offering objective tracking and personalized recovery protocols that significantly improve patient outcomes.
"Being selected to showcase at CES 2026 is a tremendous honor for an Indian startup," said Arunesh Raja, Co-Founder and CEO of Smartan.ai. "This platform allows us to demonstrate to the world how Indian innovation can solve global challenges in sports medicine and healthcare. As a young company, presenting alongside the world`s technology giants is both humbling and exciting. It validates our vision of democratizing elite-level training and making injury prevention accessible to everyone, from grassroots athletes to professionals."
From Chennai to Las Vegas: An Indian Innovation Story
"Smartan represents the new generation of Indian tech entrepreneurs building world-class products for global markets," said Arunesh Raja, Co-Founder of Smartan.ai. "CES 2026 gives us the opportunity to showcase India`s capabilities in AI and healthcare innovation. We`re not just participating - we`re competing with the best in the world, and our technology stands shoulder-to-shoulder with solutions from any country."
The platform addresses a massive global problem: over 8.6 million sports injuries occur annually, costing $33 billion in healthcare expenses, with studies showing 80% are preventable with proper technique and training.
Sanjay Thiyagarajan as added "We`re bringing technology developed and proven in India to solve challenges that affect athletes worldwide. This is Indian innovation going global."
Technology That Transcends Borders
Smartan`s AI platform uses standard cameras to analyze movement in real-time, providing instant feedback on form, technique, and injury risk. The system has been optimized to work even with limited connectivity - critical for India`s infrastructure - while maintaining sub-100ms latency for real-time coaching.
The rehabilitation module, represents a significant advancement in post-injury care, allowing doctors and physical therapists to track recovery progress objectively and adjust protocols based on data rather than subjective assessment.
