AI: Interswitch Leads The Charge In AI Development

By Paul Onehi

Interswitch Group, a leading African payments and digital commerce company, has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation by sponsoring the InnovateAI Conference for the second year in a row as a Platinum Sponsor.

The InnovateAI Conference is hosted by AI-in-Nigeria, a pioneering firm dedicated to driving AI adoption in Nigeria. Themed “Scaling AI Adoption in Nigeria: Catalysing Cross-Sectoral Innovation and Fostering Inclusive Growth”, this year’s event is expected to draw over 3,000 attendees, comprising AI experts, industry leaders, academics, and innovators from Nigeria and globally.

Speaking on the sponsorship, Oluwadamilare Akinwunmi, Chief Data and AI Officer, Interswitch, highlighted the company’s steadfast dedication to advancing innovation in Nigeria and creating seamless digital payment solutions through the transformative power of AI.
“Interswitch is thrilled to return as a sponsor of the InnovateAI Conference for the second year running,” said Akinwunmi. “We firmly believe in AI’s potential to revolutionize Nigeria’s industries and are committed to supporting initiatives that accelerate its adoption. Through our partnership, we look forward to fostering meaningful discussions, forging new collaborations, and developing innovative AI-driven solutions that will transform the future of payments, commerce, and more.”

The conference is designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and spotlight groundbreaking advancements in AI. Renowned thought leaders will deliver keynote addresses, outlining strategies for widespread AI adoption across key sectors, including fintech, financial services, public services, and oil and gas. Interactive panel discussions will delve into the crucial intersection of data, talent, and computing power, highlighting the essential building blocks for sustainable AI-driven innovation in Nigeria.

The event will also feature AI product demonstrations to highlight transformative solutions and practical applications, showcasing the potential of AI to address real-world challenges and drive inclusive growth.

Interswitch’s sponsorship of the InnovateAI Conference 2025 highlights its dedication to leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance the nation’s digital payment ecosystem. The company remains steadfast in championing initiatives that promote financial inclusion and drive innovative solutions across multiple sectors.