The fight for racial equality in America was shaped by countless people who refused to accept injustice as normal. Through protests, organizing, legal challenges, speeches, journalism, and community work, Black activists helped push the country toward greater equality. Here are 10 Black civil rights activists everyone should know. 1. Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther […]

American music would sound completely different without the contributions of Black musicians. From the blues and jazz to soul, funk, R&B, and hip-hop, Black artists have created and transformed genres that have influenced generations around the world. Many of these musicians did more than produce hit songs. They challenged social expectations, introduced new sounds, broke […]

Technology is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, creating opportunities in artificial intelligence, fintech, software, media, education, cybersecurity, and e-commerce. Black entrepreneurs are increasingly building companies in these spaces, creating products that solve real problems while opening doors for the next generation of innovators. From billion-dollar software companies to startups serving underserved communities, […]

Artificial intelligence is changing the way people work, communicate, create, and solve problems. From generative AI to machine learning and automated systems, technology is becoming an increasingly important part of everyday life. Behind this transformation are innovators working to make AI more powerful, useful, and responsible. Black Americans are contributing to this revolution as researchers, […]

Artificial intelligence is transforming how people work, communicate, create, and solve problems. But the future of AI is not being shaped by technology companies alone. Researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, educators, and advocates are also influencing how AI is developed and how it affects society. Across Africa, the United States, Europe, and the wider global technology community, […]