Silicon Hills Rising: How Black Tech Leaders Are Transforming Austin into the New Innovation Capital

Silicon Hills Rising: How Black Tech Leaders Are Transforming Austin into the New Innovation Capital

Austin, Texas, has emerged as a burgeoning hub for Black tech entrepreneurs, offering a vibrant ecosystem that rivals traditional tech centers like Silicon Valley. This growth is exemplified by individuals such as Andrew Augustin, founder of Notion Games, LLC. Augustin, a self-taught video game designer, gained recognition for titles like Super Ubie Island REMIX and was honored in Forbes’ 2015 “30 Under 30” list for his contributions to the gami…

Keke Palmer Tapped as Keynote Speaker for Black Tech Week

Source: Chad Salvador / Getty You know it’s yo’ girl! Award-winning actress, producer, singer and entrepreneur Keke Palmer will headline Black Tech Week 2025 as the keynote speaker, organizers announced Wednesday morning. The event returns to Cincinnati from July 14–16, bringing together thousands of tech professionals, creatives, founders, and investors for three days of networking, innovation, and community. RELATED: ‘One Of Them Days’ Exclusi…