Yappa, a Black-owned tech company, has raised $3.5 million to help combat online harassment. Founded in 2015 by Jennifer Dyer and Kiaran Sim, Yappa is a tool that prevents social media and news website users from hiding behind anonymous comments. Currently, the company services Vox, The Hill, and PerezHilton.com, and …
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Many people are in the adult struggle. You know, the momentary feeling of balling when Chase pushes your direct deposit through in the wee hours of the morning. You wake up invincible, but by mid-morning, after you have sent payments out, you realize that you can’t curse your boss …
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According to Forbes, the recent acquisition of Jay-Z’s Armand de Brignac champagne brand by LVMH is said to have been worth a reported $630 million. In this deal, the rap legend’s champagne brand, known as Ace of Spades, was reportedly valued at over $600 million. Forbes valued the brand at …
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Former NFL Quarterback turned activist Colin Kaepernick is throwing his hat into the SPAC ring. According to Deadline, SPAC stands for special purpose acquisitions companies, and Kap will co-chair a new one called Mission Advancement Corp. The company is seeking to raise $250 million to invest in socially conscious brands. …
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As a result of the pandemic, Generation Z members have been left with a reality that will force them to reevaluate time. According to Pew Research Center, Gen Z consists of those born 1997-2012. Members have been subject to virtual graduations, digital learning, layoffs, and odd jobs. With its oldest …
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Former Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler is said to be very close to completing the sale of the “Atlanta Dream” WNBA team. According to Forbes, this move comes after players openly campaigned to have Loeffler pushed out because of her blatant opposition to the Black Lives Matter Movement. In a statement …
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Jay-Z has created an investment fund to help minority marijuana entrepreneurs break into the booming cannabis industry. According to the NY Post, the Brooklyn-born rap legend wants to help diversify the legal pot industry by investing in minority-owned cannabis firms, helping those previously marginalized groups who have been notoriously penalized …
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Poli Alert!!!! Poli Alert! Poli Alert!!!! Poli Alert covers civics 101, political news, and opinion articles. The new blog has gained a great deal of notoriety since its soft November launch. Baller Alert believes Poli Alert will quickly become America’s number one source for all things politics for the culture. One …
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Forbes has officially announced the class of 2021 for their 10th Annual Forbes 30 Under 30 list. The list includes 600 members, including entertainers, activists, entrepreneurs, and scientists. “Some are defying the odds and building businesses despite Covid-19; others are helping to fight the illness, serving on hospital frontlines or …
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Quibi announced they were shutting down yesterday and their founders tried to lessen the blow to their employees with a song from the movie “Trolls.” According to Business Insider, co-founder Jeff Katzenberg reportedly tried to use the song “Get Back Up Again” as a motivator during the announcement to Quibi’s …
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“Addressing American tragedies like racial inequities & systemic racism is past due, We can break down these systems,” stated Jamie Dimon, chairman and CEO, JPMorgan Chase & Co. As a response to the #BLM movement, JP Morgan Chase recently pledged to fix America’s racial wealth gap. Five Years of loans, …
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According to financial documents filed with the United States government, Kanye West is reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars, despite claiming to be worth billions. Business Insider obtained copies of a federal filing containing the Chicago rapper’s finances in conjunction with his presidential bid. Political candidates are required to …
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Rappers E-40 and Chamillionaire are collaborating with an equity investment platform to help fund a minority startup. With the help of an investment company, Republic, the rappers will be rewarding $25,000 to the winner of a competition they are producing. Chamillionaire announced the news via an app called Convoz; the …
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Atlanta rapper and entrepreneur, Clifford ‘T.I.P’ Harris and longtime business partner Jason Geter, have officially launched ‘Tech Cypha,’ their new investment syndicate which focuses on early growth and late-stage startup businesses. The objective is to focus on providing startups with capital, marketing, and branding direction through guided mentorship and various partnerships that include …
Read More »International trade is very sticky across lots of borders, but one thing that the United States has been able to hold together, even amidst wars, is a decent trade relationship with most countries. Majority of the goods we enjoy and love on a regular basis come from another country, and …
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