By Leah Mallory Artificial Intelligence is definitely a tool for financial empowerment, but not the key to economic growth since the racial wealth gap predates AI, experts explained. “I don’t think AI is an end-all-be-all and the mothership to Black economic mobility because the systemic issues that Black communities have faced on a general scale […]
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AI application tackles literacy challenges with audio summaries
Husband and wife team K.C. and Jayne Hopson created ZingFrog.ai to transform long-form content into short, accessible audio summaries called “zings.” Their goal is to reach busy audiences—and those facing literacy or vision challenges—through technology that makes information easier to understand and engage with.
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Parents need to pay attention to artificial intelligence, too
The rapid rise of AI in K-12 education has sparked debate, with advocates praising its potential while critics warn of built-in racial biases that disadvantage Black and non-native English-speaking students.
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STEM City Metaverse opens brick-and-mortar location in Baltimore
The STEM City USA Baltimore Innovation Center has officially opened at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, marking a milestone in technology, workforce development, and community empowerment. With cutting-edge tools, national workforce pipelines, and digital-first learning initiatives, the center aims to transform local opportunities while serving as a scalable model for cities nationwide.
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Urban Institute releases new framework for digital inclusion to bridge divide
The Urban Institute has unveiled a new framework for closing the digital divide, which includes five pillars: developing infrastructure, getting people connected, learning digital skills, navigating safely and using technology effectively.
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Fostering future innovators: Experts highlight pathways to STEM success
Leaders, teachers, and parents can prepare the next generation to meet the rising demand for STEM professionals by introducing youth to science, technology, engineering, and math, and providing them with opportunities to engage in project-based learning and career technical education.
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Ronald L. Johnson honored as ‘Black Engineer of the Year’ at BEYA Conference
Retired Maj. Gen. Ronald L. Johnson was honored with the “Black Engineer of the Year” Award for his career accomplishments in STEM, and was also a founding father of the “Stars and Stripes” event that recognizes excellence in STEM.
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Missed opportunity: BEYA leaders and attendees weigh in on military’s decision to pull out of job fair
The 2025 BEYA STEM Conference concluded on Feb. 15 without the U.S. Armed Forces, due to the 47th president’s executive order abolishing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the military, potentially impacting national security and the recruitment of talented individuals in the STEM fields.
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BEYA STEM Conference examines biotechnology’s potential to transform healthcare
Biotechnology innovations, including those enabled by AI and data science, are transforming healthcare by providing more precise and personalized treatments, while also addressing challenges such as bias and adoption.
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Google Calendar users no longer see default entries for events like Pride, Black History Month
Google has removed default references for holidays and cultural events from its online calendar, citing scalability and sustainability concerns, while allowing users to manually add other important moments.
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39th BEYA Conference returns to Baltimore with focus on AI, skills and jobs
The 39th Annual BEYA Conference in Baltimore has opened, offering high school and college students, as well as corporate, government, military, business and industry employers, an opportunity to network and learn about career opportunities in STEM.
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From video game design to cybersecurity: How Code in the Schools is shaping Baltimore’s future innovators
Code in the Schools, a non-profit organization, is providing underserved Baltimore youth with computer programming skills and opportunities to pursue careers in technology, with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
