6 Bank Zero founders did not take salaries for 10 years

Bank Zero's digital bank broke even for the first time in August 2026, with business accounts accounting for 18% of the book, a milestone achieved after a decade of investment by the bank's founding investors. The founders had pledged not to pay themselves salaries until this point, committing a long runway that would allow the bank to continue growing without the draw of personal compensation. This forward-thinking approach has given Bank Zero a significant competitive edge.