Day 2 of AfroTech Conference brought another wave of inspiring discussions around product innovation and building for the future of our communities.
What was your biggest takeaway from today’s sessions? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏾 #AFROTECH25
AfroTech IS the Future💡
We’re actively building the next level. Technology is in every sector, from engineering to healthcare, and we’re not waiting for a seat.
We are creating the tables and the tools to accelerate our community’s growth and innovation.
Comment “2026” to get your ticket now for next year! #AFROTECH25
AfroTech is the catalyst and there’s no better place to be.⚡️
We’re not waiting to see what’s next in AI. We’re the ones creating it. Every conversation, every connection, every session; it all matters because #AfroTech25 is where we show up for each other and turn our ideas into impact.
The future is ours to build. So why not now? Why not by you?
From experiencing housing insecurity to securing an Ivy League future, Lamont Newell is turning adversity into absolute excellence.🙌🏾
The LA native applied to 70 colleges, securing 65 acceptances, to honor his mother’s dreams and chart his own path straight to Columbia University for industrial engineering.
Now, the 4.4 GPA valedictorian has a goal to launch an institution to get more Black kids into STEM.
Tap the 🔗 in bio for the full story. #AFROTECH
📸: @real_abdikarim via Instagram
Think facial recognition and facial analysis are the same thing? Not quite. 👀
One identifies WHO you are. The other analyzes WHAT it can learn from you, like mood, attention, or behavior patterns.
That difference matters. Because while you’re uploading selfies for fun, some systems may also be learning from your data behind the scenes.
That’s why knowing what’s being collected before you hit agree, is very important.
💭 Be honest. Will this make you think again before uploading your face to an app?👇🏾 #AFROTECH #CreatorFellow
Tristan Thompson decided to take a risk and it paid off.📈
By getting in early on Anthropic and mobilizing his network to increase their collective capital, Thompson is positioning himself as a major force in the $30B AI sector.
Between his early bets and the launch of TracyAI, the NBA player is demonstrating how to scale equity and influence off the court.
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🎥: @themarketbubble via YouTube
New ticket alert 🚨 You asked for more hands-on AI learning and more ways to tap into AFROTECH™. We heard the feedback and built something special with you in mind. 🙌🏾
Introducing the brand-new AI Edge Ticket, built for those who want immersive AI training, workshop-style learning, and expo access all in one experience.
Expect startup discovery, recruitment opportunities, Product & Innovation Stage access, Culture Stage sessions, and a front-row look at what’s really shaping this era of AI.
If AI, innovation, and real-world application are your focus, this is your lane.
💬 Comment “BUILD” to secure your AI Edge pass for AFROTECH™ Conference 2026. #AFROTECH #ATC2026
Josiah Faison turned personal loss into a platform for preservation.
After losing his grandmother during the COVID-19 pandemic, he launched Oria to help families and communities preserve stories across generations.
Using text, audio, video, and AI-powered transcription, the platform is now used in more than 40 countries and has secured six-figure funding alongside startup support from JPMorgan Chase.
🔗 Read the full story in the bio. #AFROTECH
Your credits are calling. 📞 The clinicians who get it, already answered. 🩺
HealthStack Conference 2026 is where clinicians come to earn CME credits, sharpen their practice, and connect with people just as serious about the future of healthcare as they are.
Think AI in care delivery, telehealth, maternal health equity, digital health, and practical frameworks you can actually bring back to work.
🗓️ Houston, TX | November 2–6, 2026
If you’ve been looking for CME that feels useful, current, and worth your time, this is your sign.
💬 Comment “CREDIT” to secure your spot for the HealthStack Conference 2026. #HealthStack #AFROTECH
Talent is universal, but access is not. Tiwa Savage is solving that equation for the African creative economy.✍🏾
After walking the halls of Berklee as a student, she’s returned as a patron, establishing a no-cost program that empowers artists to master the industry's inner workings.
With $2.1M in merit-based funding already awarded to the Class of 2026, Tiwa’s legacy is scaling beyond the mic and into the classroom.
Tap the 🔗 in bio for the full story. #AFROTECH
The University of Chicago is doubling down on accessibility by raising the bar for financial aid.📈
By offering free tuition to households making less than $250K, the institution is ensuring that the brightest minds can focus on innovation and leadership.
Will universities continue to follow this trend?
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A grocery trip turned into a $22 million idea. 👀
Brandon Hill spotted a gap hiding in plain sight, independent grocers managing massive operations with outdated systems and endless manual work.
That sparked Vori, an AI-powered platform helping store owners streamline inventory, pricing, and purchase orders without the late-night stress.
The bigger picture? AI is helping businesses work smarter, spend less time putting out fires, and focus more on growth.
💬 So what do you think, what industry could benefit most from AI like this?👇🏾 #AFROTECH #CreatorFellow
