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Democrats Warn Biased Algorithms Could Worsen Inequity As They Reintroduce AI Civil Rights Act – AfroTech
As AI continues to spread across the United States and its influence shows no signs of fading, several Democratic lawmakers reintroduced…
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The Beyoncé Effect Strikes Again With Levi’s Partnership Earning $65M In Media Value And Contributing 12% Increase In Its Women’s Business In Q3 – AfroTech
Beyoncé’s partnership with Levi’s is delivering strong returns. “Cowboy Carter,” the eighth studio album from the Houston-born singer, was released…
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The Prada Group Buys Versace In $1.4B Deal Aimed At Revitalizing The Rival Luxury Brand – AfroTech
The Prada Group finalized its $1.38 billion cash acquisition of Milan luxury fashion rival Versace on Dec. 2, 2025, after…
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AT&T Dismantles DEI Policies As It Seeks FCC Approval For $1.02B Deal To Purchase Wireless Spectrum Licenses From UScellular – AfroTech
AT&T has adjusted its policies around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). According to a Dec. 1 letter shared on X,…
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iHeartRadio Will Not ‘Play AI Music That Features Synthetic Vocalists’ And Launches ‘Guaranteed Human’ Program – AfroTech
iHeartRadio is making its stance loud and clear when it comes to AI’s use on its platform. According to Billboard, Tom…
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Odell Beckham Jr. Responds To Comments About The Financial Reality Of A $100M NFL Contract – AfroTech
Free agent Odell Beckham Jr. is speaking out after comments he made about managing a five-year, $100 million NFL contract…
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African Fintechs Signal A Market Comeback With Optasia And Cash Plus Completing Continent’s First IPOs Since The Pandemic – AfroTech
Multiple financial developments have occurred across Africa’s tech ecosystem as 2025 comes to a close. Two African fintech startups, Optasia…
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Netflix To Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, Including HBO and HBO Max, For A Total Enterprise Value Of $82.7B – AfroTech
Netflix’s latest deal marks a significant update in the entertainment landscape. In a press release, Netflix confirmed it has agreed…
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Kayla Rowe’s Her Fantasy Box — A Plant-Based Feminine Hygiene And Wellness Brand Praised By Cardi B — Has Crossed $100M In Total Sales – AfroTech
Kayla Rowe turned pain into a business empire that is helping countless women and raking in major revenue. Rowe is…
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Amazon Employees Pen Letter Calling Out Company’s ‘Aggressive’ AI Push And The Social And Environmental Damage It Could Cause – AfroTech
Amazon employees are pushing back against the company’s AI-heavy pivot, accusing leadership of prioritizing AI investments over climate commitments and…
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