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Play These Indie Video Games From Developers of Color
Indie games bring innovation and artistry to the video game industry, and people of color bring diversity and perspective to indie games. These PoC-developed indie titles should be on your radar.
52 Essential Movies and Shows to Stream for Pride Month
Get in the spirit and celebrate with some of our favorite streaming picks.
Clean Up Social Media: How to Report Abuse on Facebook, X, and Instagram
Find a certain post or account on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram abusive, offensive, or spammy? There are steps you can take. Here’s how to report abuse on social media.
Allblk Review
Allblk offers a modest collection of contemporary Black movies and shows in an attractive streaming package.
This Group Is Most Likely to Talk Politics on Social Media
A recent report from the Pew Research Center indicates that social media continues to play an influential role in political dialogue, organizing, and protest.
Women Are Getting Into STEM Careers at a Faster Rate Than Men, Report Finds
Happy International Women in Engineering Day! And the latest data on gender in STEM from the NCSES 2023 report shows there's a lot to celebrate.
Tips for Pride Month: How to Celebrate, Educate, and Support
From a film festival of your own to resources to help year-round, we have ideas for Pride Month celebrants and allies.
How to Lock Down Your Phone for a Protest
Protect your privacy by securing your smart devices before attending a protest (or any crowded gathering). Our guide shows you how.
The 13 Best Queer Games to Play During Pride Month (and Beyond)
Celebrate the season with these fun and insightful LGBTQIA+-themed games for PC, console, and mobile.
Women Are Hit Hardest by Tech Layoffs
Tech companies are aware of how and why their layoffs affect women disproportionately, but they're not taking any steps to change that reality.
TeamSportz Seeks to Revolutionize Athletic Training With AI
The company's Angolan-born CEO birthed his business from a love of basketball.
Why Tech Companies Are Looking to HBCUs to Expand the Cybersecurity Workforce
We examine why big tech companies and the US government are teaming up to recruit students attending historically Black colleges and universities for cybersecurity careers, and offer tips for creating your own mentoring program.
15 Black-Owned Businesses to Support During Black History Month (and Every Day!)
Take a dance class, find new restaurants, spruce up your home, and more by supporting these online businesses year-round.
7 Black Computer Tech Pioneers You Should Know
From Jerry Lawson to Dr. Mark Dean, these Black professionals in the 1950s, 60s, 70s, and 80s broke through and succeeded at high-tech firms, despite immense challenges.
Finpro Uses Applied AI to Forecast Financials Faster
A Black-owned fintech start-up aims to take the pain out of business modeling.
KweliTV Review
KweliTV is an exciting, affordable, and mostly accessible entry into the world of streaming international, Black, cinematic art.
Somewhere Good Review
Somewhere Good aims to inspire deep and thoughtful conversations about community and culture, but currently it’s more of a good idea than a good social network.
Meter Feeder Looks to Do Away With Parking Tickets
With GPS technology and a mobile app, this startup aims to make parking easier for everyone.
MD Ally Connects Emergency Services With Telemedicine for Fast Patient Care
This innovative Black-owned startup aims to ease the burden on emergency services by handling less-urgent 911 calls online.
KweliTV vs. BET+: Which Black Streaming Service Better Amplifies the Culture?
KweliTV and BET+ approach Black streaming art through radically different ways. But which service gives you the nourishment your soul truly needs?
