Zenith Bank Unveils Tech Fair 4.0: Showcasing AI, Cybersecurity, and Innovative Finance Solutions

Zenith Bank is set to host the fourth edition of its highly anticipated Tech Fair, themed “Future Forward 4.0: Embedded Finance, Cybersecurity & Growth Imperatives – The Impact of AI.” The event will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Eko Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The fair will highlight groundbreaking technological advancements in fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Financial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Risk Management, and Communication Technologies. Key features of the event include the Zecathon Start-up Pitch Competition, interactive panel discussions, expert-led masterclasses, and cutting-edge exhibitions.

Notable Speakers and Keynote Address

The event will open with remarks by Jim Ovia, Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank, and a welcome address by Adaora Umeoji, Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank Plc. Goodwill messages will also be delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State.

Robin Speculand, a globally recognized Strategy & Digital Implementation Specialist, will deliver the keynote address titled, “Banking Transformation in a Digital World.” Other esteemed speakers include:

• Danillo McGarry – Global expert in Digital Transformation & AI
• Jania Okwechime – Partner, Africa, AI & Data, Deloitte
• Rupert Nicolay – Director, Microsoft Worldwide Financial Services

Panel Discussions and Masterclasses

The event’s panel discussion, hosted by Wole Odeyele of Microsoft, will feature six industry leaders, including:

• Funke Opeke, Founder & CEO of MainOne
• Guy Futi, CEO of Orda
• Dr. Auwal Adam Sa’ad, Founder of ZamzamPay
• Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, DG of NITDA

Attendees can also benefit from seven exclusive masterclasses led by tech giants like Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Google, Huawei, Amazon Web Services, and CyberSoc.

How to Participate

Participants can register online via www.zenithbank.com/techfair. The event will also be streamed live on Zenith Bank’s social media platforms and via Zoom.