BlackTechLogy: Let's talk tech 2022
An archive of all tech-related posts on "I Do See Color"
Writer’s note: The following rundown is a list of tech-related posts that have been published across Substack’s “I Do See Color” and repurposed bylines from Shamontiel in other now-defunct publications. This post will continue to be updated as “BlackTechLogy” posts are written on a monthly basis. Check for updates on the third Monday of each month!
For BlackTechLogy posts from prior years, click here: 2009-20, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025.
If you’re interested in posts that focus on freelancing and the gig economy, check out “WFFH: Work Fluently From Home” too.
Artificial intelligence improves, deepfake risks continue
Publication date: November 26, 2022
Who’s responsible when a shared video looks real but it’s deepfake deception — from a deepfake video linked to Pennsylvania mother Raffaela Spone to Obama.
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Storytelling, podcasting get uptick in interest among BIPOC entertainers
Publication date: November 26, 2022
Original publication: Goals TV
During COVID-19 and social isolation, sitting inside has given podcast listeners more BIPOC voices, including Michelle Obama, Ava Duvernay and Desus and Mero.
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Has technology improved financial literacy for black youth?
Publication date: November 24, 2022
With financial literacy podcasts, will this make young black students and listeners be more interested in stocks, bonds, investing and saving?
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ADVERTISEMENT ~ Amazon
As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a percentage from purchases with my referral links. I know some consumers are choosing to boycott Amazon for its DEI removal. However, after thinking about this thoroughly, I want to continue promoting cool products from small businesses, women-owned businesses and (specifically) Black-owned businesses who still feature their items on Amazon. As of the first date of Black History Month 2025, each new post will ALWAYS include a MINIMUM of one product sold by a Black-owned business. (I have visited the seller’s official site to verify that Amazon Black-owned logo.) I am (slowly) doing this with older, popular posts too. If you still choose to boycott, I 100% respect that decision.
I miss Black Expressions Book Club
Publication date: November 14, 2022
There's nothing like strolling into black bookstores, and Black Expressions was a happy medium in predominantly white towns without black author signings.
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QUIZ: Black history in tech
Publication date: October 15, 2022
Original publication: Goals TV
From hip-hop investors to science labs, computer nerds are underestimated and often handsomely compensated. Take this black history technology quiz.
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QUIZ: Black athletes who joined the tech world
Publication date: October 15, 2022
Original publication: Goals TV
You may know the teams they play for and their game scores, but how much do you know about athletes who have entered the tech world? Take the 8-question quiz.
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Old phone, new home surveillance system
Publication date: April 3, 2022
AlfredCamera review: Take advantage of free mobile surveillance apps to secure your home from burglars and loiterers.
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Therapy apps get boost in popularity as social isolation continues
Publication date: January 21, 2022
Good mental health is important during social isolation. These mobile apps (Insight Timer, Talkspace, Better Help, Joyable, Larkr and Breathe, Think may help.
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