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Nigerian-American Engineer Debuts World's First Braid-Assist Robot HaloBraid
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— Jul 24, 2026
Nigerian-American engineer Yinka Ogunbiyi has developed HaloBraid, the world’s first braid-assist robot designed to ease stylists’ physical strain and cut braiding time, with a seed funding round of about $7 million and more than 7,000 salons waitlisted ahead of commercial rollout. The project frames HaloBraid as a cobot that augments professional braiders rather than replacing them, backed by significant investment and recognition of American innovation with global impact.
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Texas Governor Calls for the Release of Salon Owner Jailed Defying Coronavirus Restrictions
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— May 6, 2020
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) is calling for the release of a Dallas salon owner who was jailed for not complying with a restraining order to shutter her business. “As I have made clear through prior pronouncements…
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Beauty education spurs global entrepreneurship growth, reported
Business
— Aug 26, 2026
The global beauty services market is booming, valued at about $233.56 billion in 2025 with a 7.22% CAGR, and the U.S. market is expected to reach $75.87 billion annually, spurred by grooming trends and social media; education programs that combine technical skills with business training are increasingly in demand to help entrepreneurs grow their brands. Real-world examples show graduates launching own salons and vocational training enabling job-ready skills, including women and the unemployed in Cambodia, illustrating how practical, accessible beauty training can translate into enterprise opportunities.
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