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Florida A&M University Acquires Historic Facility Previously Used By Pioneering Black Doctors – AfroTech
Florida A&M University (FAMU) has acquired a historic property that was home to many Black physicians. According to a press…
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Tech
This University In Florida Will Integrate AI Into Their Curriculum Across All Departments By 2028 – AfroTech
More and more universities are adjusting their curriculum to keep up with AI. AI in the Majors Miami University is…
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Tech
Automated Facial Recognition Tech Used By This Florida Sheriff’s Office Led To Wrongful Incarceration Of A Black Father – AfroTech
Automated facial recognition tech led to a Black father being wrongfully imprisoned for months. Action News Jax reports that Jalil Richardson…
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Tech
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Eliminating DEI Programs In Local Governments And Establishing Penalties For Violations – AfroTech
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that will impact diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in the state.…
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Tech
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University Team Wins 2026 HBCU Stock Pitch Competition, Earning Over $12K In Prizes – AfroTech
Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students put their knowledge to use in the asset management field. According to a…
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Crypto
Florida crypto firm CEO arrested in $328 million Ponzi scheme – Sun Sentinel
The CEO of a Florida cryptocurrency firm is accused of operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of at least…
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Tech
Florida A&M University Student Says ‘Black’ Is Flagged In Black History Month Promotions Amid DEI Funding Ban – AfroTech
February is Black History Month, but students at Florida A&M University (FAMU) say promoting events has been challenging because the…
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Tech
Florida A&M University Cites ‘Staff-Level Error’ After Students Say Black History Month Flyers Were Censored Over Certain Words – AfroTech
As AFROTECH™ previously reported, students at Florida A&M University (FAMU) have run into difficulties while promoting events for Black History…
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Politics
6 Ways to Keep Rats and Mice from Coming Back in Central Florida Homes
Rats and mice sometimes return to homes that offer food, water, and warmth. Central Florida’s mild climate creates perfect conditions…
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Politics
Black Student Files Federal Lawsuit Over Police Beating During Florida Traffic Stop
A 22-year-old Black college student has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Jacksonville law enforcement officials after viral video…
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