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Non-fungible token (NFT) releases are on a consistent hot streak, but Lil Yachty has developed a legal feud with one in particular. On Jan. 27, the rapper filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Opulous, an artist-focused NFT platform, according to Rolling Stone. Lil Yachty claims that the company “maliciously” used his name and likeness to make a hefty profit.
Amazon has launched a new app that radio fans will be able to use to their advantage. Amp, reportedly the company’s Clubhouse competitor, is an app where users can create live “radio shows,” according to TechCrunch. The platform allows for both current and aspiring DJs to grow in their craft by featuring Amazon Music’s wide music selection from Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and other independent music companies that are available to be played. Amp users are also able to take live callers similar to how radio hosts do when interacting with their audience. To further put Amazon’s announcement into full gear, they’ve shared upcoming shows from artists Nicki Minaj, Tinashe, Lil Yachty, Big Boi, and more. “Radio has always been about music and culture,” John Ciancutti, vice president of Amp, said in a statement, according to TechCrunch. “But imagine if you were inventing the medium for the first time today. You’d combine what people love about...
The city of Memphis is growing into a hotspot for Black entrepreneurs and tech talent with the assistance of innovative organization, Epicenter. This nonprofit is helping Memphis create and sustain an entrepreneurial ecosystem by investing and providing resources for Black tech startups. The current goal is to raise $100 million to fuel the future of the city, which is attracting Black tech talent in various industries across the world. Through its numerous programs, Black innovators are thriving and excelling from the plethora of opportunities the city has to offer. Programs include: The 800 Initiative Propel Minority Business Accelerator CO.STARTERS ZeroTo510 Medical Device Accelerator The Patents to Products Fellowship Programming for early and growth-stage tech startups in logistics and construction technologies Epicenter’s capital executive-in-residence, Anthony Young and program manager of ZeroTo510, Danielle Gore spoke with AfroTech about why Memphis is the ideal place for...
Wing, a drone startup owned by Google’s parent company, Alphabet — has been making major moves. Last month, the company launched one of the world’s first drone delivery services in Australia. Now, it’s expanding its delivery program. Starting in June, Wing will offer drone deliveries in Helsinki, Finland . To start, Wing plans to offer the pilot program in the city’s Vuosaari district. Similar to Wing’s program in Australia, customers will be able to order food and snacks Finnish pastries and meatballs in minutes. A video of a Wing drone delivery was uploaded by Mayor of Helsinki, Jan Vapaavuori. “In Vuosaari receiving the first ever drone delivered meal in Europe!” Vapaavuori tweeted . Helsinki on kiinnostava ja toimiva testialusta tulevaisuuden ratkaisuille. Tänään Vuosaaressa vastaanottamassa Euroopan ensimmäistä drone-kuljetettua ateriaa! In Vuosaari receiving the first ever drone delivered meal in Europe! #wing #drone #myhelsinki #vuosaari pic.twitter.com/dRE8r45dzw — Jan...