SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 Takes Shape: Distinguished Keynote Speaker Line-up Unveiled

Preparations are well underway for SIGGRAPH Asia 2026, the flagship global event for computer graphics and interactive techniques. Taking place 14 December 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, the fourday conference will bring together the worldwide CG community to explore cuttingedge research, emerging ideas and build meaningful professional connections.

Event Basic Information

Event Name: SIGGRAPH Asia 2026, the 19th ACM SIGGRAPH Conference on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques in Asia- Dates: 1-4 December 2026  Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia – Core Programme: visionary keynote speeches, technical paper sessions, handson demos, trade exhibition, workshops and networking gatherings. Topics span computer graphics, generative AI, computer vision, 3D reconstruction, film VFX and immersive interactive technologies.

Meet the Keynote Visionaries

SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 has confirmed worldrenowned keynote speakers. They will deliver insights on transformative technologies for film creation, computer vision, generative AI and the integration of 3D Gaussian Splatting with AIGC.

1. Markus GrossAffiliation: DisneyResearch|Studios & ETH Zurich Keynote Title: Technology to Create the Magic Synopsis: Discover how breakthrough technologies unlock brandnew possibilities for filmmaking and visual storytelling, revealing how advanced CG empowers artistic creation for screen content.
2. Andrea VedaldiAffiliation: Professor of Computer Vision & Machine Learning, University of Oxford; Research Scientist and Technical Lead, Meta Synopsis: Uncover the next frontiers for computer vision and generative artificial intelligence, covering technical opportunities and challenges within visual generative systems.
3. Ran HuangAffiliation: Chief Architect of Graphics & Imaging, Huawei Consumer Business Group, Huawei Technologies Synopsis: Explore how combining 3D Gaussian Splatting with AIGC can deliver more immersive, playful and visually compelling enduser experiences.

Past attendees have spoken highly of SIGGRAPH Asia. “SIGGRAPH Asia perfectly blended worldclass technical content with a warm, welcoming community. The cuttingedge research presentations, handson demos and networking opportunities were truly invaluable.” — Hai Long Qin, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT)

“SIGGRAPH Asia is a leading platform for showcasing new technological developments, bringing cuttingedge research to the community and enabling valuable inperson exchange.” — Sascha Holl, PhD Candidate, Max Planck Institute for Informatics

“Every day, I gained valuable knowledge on subjects I wanted to explore. Computer graphics is such a spectacular area of research that I can’t help but feel aesthetic pleasure looking at technical presentations.” — Marc Jerome Oanzon, Multimedia Head, LIVEPH

How to Participate

Registration for SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 is now live. Multiple pass categories are available for industry practitioners, researchers and students, including FullAccess Pass, EnhancedAccess Pass and Exhibit & Experience-Only Pass to match different participation goals.

Please visit the official website: https://asia.siggraph.org/2026/ to review registration categories, fee details and complete sign-up. Join global vision-shapers and get first-hand access to the innovations defining the future of computer graphics.