Kendall Hamilton, a highly ranked Rocket League player, and his mother, Dr. Gigi, are leading an initiative that has supported young Black gamers in securing over $150,000 in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. Together, they founded Game Changer Academy, an organization dedicated to helping young Black gamers use their skills for financial and professional growth. Game Changer Academy: Turning Gaming Skills Into Opportunities Game Changer Academy emerged from Kendall Hamilton’s own journey in competitive gaming according to a press release. Initially, his mother, Dr. Gigi—a licensed psychotherapist and organizational
CapWay, the fintech startup aimed at tackling financial inequity, has officially shut down. Founder Sheena Allen announced the closure, expressing pride in CapWay’s mission while also sharing disappointment that the journey ended prematurely. Allen’s LinkedIn post marked the end of CapWay, a company that strived to serve underbanked communities often described as “banking deserts.” “Although it has been a while, I am finally making the announcement that CapWay is no longer an active business,” Allen wrote on LinkedIn. Challenges in Fintech Funding and Regulation Founded in 2016, CapWay sought to
Venture capital firm Fearless Fund has announced a seven-figure investment in Zimi, an emerging e-commerce platform. Zimi, co-founded by Audrey Djiya and Peter Nsaka, specializes in inventory management, storage, and logistics to help businesses in emerging markets, particularly Africa, expand globally. This latest investment reaffirms Fearless Fund’s continued commitment to supporting underresourced founders, including women of color, following its year-long legal battle with the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER) over its grant program for Black women founders. Fearless Fund Backs Zimi Zimi launched in August with the goal of
Wrk Receipts, an AI-powered mobile platform designed to offer real-time workplace advocacy, was recently launched, bringing a fresh approach to how employees navigate professional challenges. Founded by Cierra Gross, the app aims to provide employees with more transparency and control over their workplace experiences, setting a new standard for workplace empowerment. At the heart of Wrk Receipts is Jayla, an AI advocate that helps users document and address workplace issues. By offering personalized advice on employment laws and company policies, Jayla guides employees through complex scenarios, ensuring they know their
Los Angeles-based tech startup See Computing is introducing Speakimage.ai, an AI-powered tool designed to make communication more inclusive and accessible. Unlike most GPTs which prioritize text, Speakimage.ai generates text, images, and video from a single input, revolutionizing communication for visual thinkers, the hearing-impaired community, and neurodivergent people. A Groundbreaking Tool for Inclusive Communication What sets Speakimage.ai apart is its holistic approach to communication. Set to launch on October 1, 2024, Speakimage.ai caters to the specific needs of different cognitive and sensory styles. Whether it’s creating vivid images for visual thinkers, captioned
In this week’s Techish, Abadesi and Michael reflect on the ups and downs of running their own companies: Vanity metrics and getting your priorities right (00:10) Why VC money seems so sexy (08:05) The secret to getting good feedback (11:35) The future of corporate anti-racism (19:05) Listen to the episode You can find the Techish podcast on Spotify, Apple, and all good podcast apps. Watch On YouTube Extra Reading and Resources Check out Hustle Crew’s Playschool Accelerator 2024.
In this episode of Techish Podcast, Abadesi and Michael discuss Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump debate Bias and how it ties into today’s political climate AI and how companies building their own solutions to save money Social media affecting brand engagement Plus they break down Fearless Fund lawsuit and more! Listen to the episode You can find the Techish podcast on Spotify, Apple, and all good podcast apps. Watch on Youtube
TIME has unveiled its second annual TIME100 AI list, recognizing 100 of the most influential figures shaping the future of artificial intelligence. The 2024 edition features leaders across a wide range of industries, from tech and business to entertainment. Among those highlighted are Lisa Su, CEO of AMD, Jensen Huang of NVIDIA, and actor Scarlett Johansson, showcasing how AI is influencing sectors beyond traditional tech. Accompanying the list are exclusive interviews with industry pioneers like Google CEO Sundar Pichai and author Ray Kurzweil, underscoring the far-reaching impact of AI on
Vista Equity Partners (Vista), under the leadership of Robert F. Smith, has acquired JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration software. This acquisition comes on the heels of Vista’s recent milestone—a record $20 billion raised for its eighth flagship fund, marking the largest fundraising in the firm’s history. A Strategic Acquisition in the AI-Driven Procurement Space JAGGAER, known for its AI-enabled procurement solutions, serves over 1,400 customers worldwide, offering a platform that optimizes sourcing, spend management, and supply chain visibility. This acquisition aligns with Vista’s strategy of
The Hey Auntie! app is on a mission to address the growing loneliness epidemic by fostering meaningful connections between generations of Black women. Created by Nicole Kenney, the platform provides a safe and supportive space for Black women to share wisdom, receive guidance, and build community. Fostering Community Through Fictive Kinship Central to the Hey Auntie! experience is the concept of “fictive kinship,” where relationships are built not through blood ties but through emotionally significant connections. Kenney, who has long championed the power of intergenerational wisdom, describes the platform as
