Zenith Bank has announced its annual celebration of technological advancements and innovation. The third edition of the Zenith Tech Fair, themed “Future Forward 3.0,” is scheduled to take place on November 22 and 23, 2023, at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Running from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. daily. The two-day fair promises to showcase leading technology innovations shaping various aspects of life.
The Zenith Tech Fair 2023 is poised to be a dynamic platform highlighting advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Contactless Payments, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, FinTech, Data Analytics, Financial Intelligence, and communication technologies. Attendees can expect an immersive experience featuring pitch sessions for innovative startups, panel discussions, masterclasses, and exhibitions.
The event boasts a stellar lineup of speakers and presenters, with a welcome address by Jim Ovia, CFR, Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank. Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank Plc and Chairman, Body of Banks’ CEOs, Nigeria, and Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank Plc, will provide opening remarks. Honourable Minister of Communication, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and Dr. Doris Anite, Hon. Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, are set to deliver a goodwill message and a presentation, respectively.
The keynote address, titled “Artificial Intelligence – Application & Bias,” will be delivered by Chris Lu, a distinguished IT Specialist, business strategist, and Managing Director for Huawei Technologies, Nigeria. Other influential IT practitioners representing top global brands will also make presentations, contributing to a diverse and enriching program.
Two insightful panel discussions are on the agenda. The first panel, hosted by Chris Lu, explores “The next frontier: Digital Wallets, Contactless payments and BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later).” The second panel, hosted by John Obidi, delves into “The intersection of Fintech, eCommerce and SMEs – Collaboration for growth.” Renowned industry leaders and experts will participate in these discussions, offering valuable insights into the rapidly evolving digital payments landscape.
The Zenith Tech Fair has a history of fostering innovation. The inaugural edition in 2019, tagged ‘Future Forward,’ featured a hackathon with ten winners, including Octave Analytics Limited, securing the grand prize of N10 million. The second edition in 2022, themed “Future Forward 2.0,” continued the tradition with a hackathon that crowned Ecotutu – a cleantech company – as the 1st place winner, earning N20 million.
To be part of this technological extravaganza, interested individuals can register and participate by visiting [Zenith Tech Fair Registration](www.zenithbank.com/techfair). Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email. The fair will be accessible via Zoom and will also be live-streamed on Zenith Bank’s social media pages, including YouTube.
As technology continues to reshape the future, the Zenith Tech Fair remains a beacon of inspiration, collaboration, and cutting-edge exploration. Be ready to witness the future, live from the heart of Lagos.