Black Tech Founders Bring AI Creator Tools to the Culture

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Tech-Driven Black Founders Bring AI Creator Tools to the Culture

Trey Young and Preston Weaver, the founders of Blankit Media, a Black-owned, next-generation entertainment company powered by generative AI, are developing tools that empower creators to build, manage, and monetize their own AI-powered virtual influencers. The company has launched a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) campaign on StartEngine to raise capital for the continued development of its proprietary AI toolset.

Blankit Media’s AI systems integrate generative video, synthetic voice, and animated character technology, enabling creators to generate original content for their virtual influencers and distribute it across platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. The company’s goal is to streamline content creation and publishing while helping creators retain full ownership of their intellectual property.

“We want to give creators superpowers,” said Trey Young, Co-Founder and CEO of Blankit Media. “We’re building tools that let anyone create their own AI influencer, test content in real time, and compete at the level of a full media studio.”

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The State of Family Wellness Today

By Afi S. Okon, MPA, Adv. Cert in Long-term Health Management. Founder/Executive Director, American Obesity Foundation

It’s 6:45 p.m. The kids are cranky, the dishes are stacked high, your phone keeps buzzing with reminders, and dinner – well, dinner is still in the drive-thru bag. You had the best of intentions this morning. Maybe even pulled out a frozen bag of veggies or made a mental note to take a walk. But the day had other plans.

You are not lazy. You are not failing. You’re human. And you’re not alone.

How Did We Get Here?

Let’s start with the truth: families are struggling. Between busy work schedules, screen time, sugar, stress, and sleep deprivation, it’s no wonder wellness feels like a fantasy. We live in a culture where junk food is cheaper than produce, where screens compete for every spare minute, and where self-care is marketed as a luxury – not a necessity. Our systems aren’t set up for balance. And while there’s no shortage of health advice out there, much of it is confusing, unrealistic, or rooted in guilt.

It’s no wonder many families find themselves stuck – knowing they want better, but unsure how to begin.

The Real Numbers (and Why They Matter)

Let’s pause and look at the reality facing today’s families: According to recent data, childhood obesity rates continue to rise, while anxiety and depression are affecting kids at younger and younger ages. Parents, too, are burned out, busy, and battling their own health issues. Below is important data for you to know:

1 in 5 children in the United States of America is living with obesity

Over 60% of adults say they feel too tired or stressed to exercise

Family meals are becoming more rare, replaced by rushed, individual eating

Mental health struggles among both parents or caregivers and children are rising sharply

But numbers only tell part of the story. Behind these statistics are real people – parents juggling it all, kids craving structure and connection, and households longing for a better rhythm.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed — and easy to blame ourselves. But here’s the thing: it’s not your fault. The modern world wasn’t built for health. It was built for convenience. Fast food, digital devices, and jam-packed schedules may be normal, but they’re not natural. Our bodies, minds, and hearts are paying the price.