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Akon’s Tech Utopia
In his breakout hit single “Locked Up,” hip-hop star, producer, and songwriter Akon Thiam sings “Freedom ain’t gettin’ no closer.” Yet, Akon’s philanthropic work and vision for an empowered African diaspora are all about freeing others from economic barriers and creating opportunities.
In his breakout hit single “Locked Up,” hip-hop star, producer, and songwriter Akon Thiam sings “Freedom ain’t gettin’ no closer.” Yet, Akon’s philanthropic work and vision for an empowered African diaspora are all about freeing others from economic barriers and creating opportunities.
Lenovo Throws Hat into the Diversity and Inclusion Arena
Foreign tech companies have not been as vocal as American ones about diversifying the tech industry until now—Beijing-founded Lenovo just launched its own D&I strategy.
List of the Most Influential Blacks in Technology
Just who are among the most influential blacks in technology? The list presented here includes disruptors and more than a score of others representing a phalanx of CEOs, founders of ground-breaking enterprises, and corporate leaders who help drive the strategic direction at some of America’s most iconic tech companies.
Facebook Makes It Easier Than Ever For You to Vote
Over the past couple of years, Facebook has been instrumental in making it easier for users to prepare for Election Day. This year is no different. They’ve added a ton of new feature sets to encourage their users to get out and vote.
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