technology

R&B Singer Ne-Yo Invests $2.3 Million Into Tech School
By Sheriden Chanel on May 1, 2017
R&B singer/songwriter/producer Ne-Yo is now adding tech advocate to his plate of business endeavors. The Las Vegas native has stepped up to the plate in…
‘The Life Of Pablo’ Doubles Tidal Subscriptions
By Varsha Narayan on February 24, 2016
Just when we though TIDAL stood no chance in the battle of music streaming services, Kanye came through and saved the day. Thanks Yeezy. According to TMZ,…
Jay Z Launches New Streaming Service with Biggest Names in Music
By Meredith Seay on March 31, 2015
Jay Z is expanding his empire in a huge way. The hip-hop mogul announced the launch of Tidal, a new streaming service, via livestream yesterday….
VIDEO: Apple Tugs On Heartstrings For The Holidays
By C. George on December 15, 2014
Apple released a 90-second commercial to remind us just exactly why we’re excited for the holidays! The ad titled “The Song” follows a young woman…
“Driving While Black” App Offers Traffic Stop Tips
By C. George on December 11, 2014
A lawyer in Oregon wants everyone to know what it’s like to drive as an African-American, so she created a smartphone app to do just…
‘Beats by Dre’ Welcomes LeBron James Homes to Ohio
By C. George on October 20, 2014
NBA All-Star LeBron James is back with the Cleveland Cavaliers, so what better way to highlight King James’ return to Ohio than an all-new…
Prince Ea Discusses Growing Human Obsession with Technology
By Meredith Seay on September 30, 2014
In the past, St. Louis rapper and spoken word artist Prince Ea has found viral fame with videos like “Why I Think This World Should…
Kevin Hart, Dave Franco Join Forces For Madden NFL 15 Rap Video
By C. George on August 18, 2014
Funnyman Kevin Hart teamed up with pretty boy Dave Franco to promote Madden NFL 15: Madden Season in what may be one of the greatest…
Drake and Lil Wayne Launch “Rap-Battle” Tour App
By C. George on August 8, 2014
Just before rap stars Drake and Lil Wayne embark on their co-headlining tour across the country, an interactive app designed for the tour will be…
Kanye West Wins “Coinye” Lawsuit
By C. George on July 29, 2014
Kanye West’s legal battle with the creators of the “Coinye” bitcoin has been forced to halt their plans of dispersing the digital currency. The hip-hop…
Campaign Aims To Reveal Demographics Of Employees At Twitter
By C. George on July 17, 2014
Civil rights activists are launching a campaign that will force Twitter to publicly release the gender and demographic breakdown of its employees, and they…
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‘Kim Kardashian: Hollywood’ Game Could Earn $200 Million This Year
By Meredith Seay on July 16, 2014
Kim Kardashian’s empire -which already includes clothing, jewelry and makeup- is going to grow substantially thanks to her new video game. “It might be our…
Pharrell Williams Chosen to Curate ‘NBA 2K15’ Soundtrack
By Meredith Seay on July 15, 2014
Pharrell Williams has been named as curator of the soundtrack for NBA 2K15 and he couldn’t be happier that he was given the opportunity. “It…
Facebook Reveals Lack Of Diversity In Employee Demographics
By C. George on June 26, 2014
This isn’t the first or second or third time statistics from major companies reflect demographics that lack in diversity. Who is the latest culprit for…
New Kim Kardashian Game App Gets a Trailer
By Meredith Seay on June 19, 2014
Kim Kardashian is adding another realm to her empire- a mobile app. The 33-year-old reality star teased fans about a new animated project on Tuesday…
Yahoo Discloses Diversity Numbers In Workforce Demographics
By C. George on June 18, 2014
Yahoo joined LinkedIn and Google in giving the public some insight on the demographics of its employees… and the results reveal a stark lack of…
Beats By Dre Drops Star-Studded World Cup Commercial
By C. George on June 9, 2014
Beats by Dre released a ridiculously awesome star-studded commercial titled “The Game Before the Game,” which featured Brazilian football player Neymar da Silva Santos, Jr., along…
Apple Seeking To Close $3.2 Billion Deal for Beats By Dre
By Meredith Seay on May 9, 2014
Apple could make Dr. Dre hip-hop’s very first billionaire. According to multiple outlets, Apple “is close to striking a deal” to purchase Beats by Dre…
Google Doodle Celebrates Black Chemist Percy Lavon Julian’s Birthday
By Meredith Seay on April 11, 2014
Today, Google salutes pioneering chemist Percy Lavon Julian with a Google doodle on what would have been his 115th birthday. Julian was born on April…
African Company Releases World’s First Black Emojis
By Meredith Seay on April 4, 2014
Black emojis have officially hit the market and Apple was not the company to make it happen! According to International Business Times, Oju Africa — a division of…