Zenith Bank takes Tech Fair online, puts artificial intelligence in focus

Zenith Bank Plc is set to host the sixth edition of its flagship technology event, Zenith Bank Tech Fair 2026, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing influence on businesses, innovation and the future of work.

The event, tagged Future Forward 6.0, is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, under the theme, “AI: Embrace or Extinct.”

For the first time since its inception, the annual technology fair will be held virtually, allowing participants from across Nigeria and beyond to attend without geographical restrictions.

The bank said the event would bring together technology leaders, entrepreneurs and young innovators to showcase emerging solutions, exchange ideas and explore opportunities in the digital economy.

Conceived by the bank’s Founder, Jim Ovia, the Tech Fair reflects his vision of empowering young Nigerians through technology and supporting innovators in developing solutions with global relevance.

The initiative also forms part of Zenith Bank’s efforts to promote digital advancement and contribute to the growth of Nigeria’s technology ecosystem.

Over the years, the fair has provided a platform for emerging businesses to showcase products and compete for funding, mentorship and other opportunities to develop their innovations.

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Previous beneficiaries include JumpnPass, which developed a self-checkout solution for retailers, and CreditChek, which uses artificial intelligence and open banking technology to simplify credit verification.

At the 2025 edition, TrustLoop won the hackathon competition with its digital identity verification solution, while Cubbes Technologies emerged winner of the startup pitch competition with an AI-powered educational technology platform.

According to the bank, the initiative continues to support promising innovators in developing practical solutions to real-world challenges.

This year’s theme comes amid the growing adoption of AI across industries, with businesses increasingly exploring how the technology can improve productivity, automate processes and transform service delivery.

The discussions are expected to examine how individuals and organisations can adapt to technological changes and harness AI’s potential in an increasingly digital environment.

By moving the event online, Zenith Bank is seeking to broaden access to its technology platform and create opportunities for a wider audience to engage with emerging innovations.

Participants will be able to access the event through Zoom, Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube.

Interested participants can register through the bank’s website at www.zenithbank.com/techfair.