America's Startup Boom Is Stretching Beyond Silicon Valley.

The article discusses the recent surge in entrepreneurship in the United States, particularly outside of traditional startup hubs like Silicon Valley. The pandemic has led to changes in lifestyles and priorities, such as the search for new careers, cheaper housing, and better work-life balance, which have fueled the boom in entrepreneurship. The number of new businesses formed in 2023 increased by 38% compared to the year before the pandemic, with some areas experiencing even higher growth rates. The article highlights Atlanta as an example of a city that has seen a significant increase in startups, including in Black neighborhoods, and explores the factors contributing to this trend, such as affordable housing and support for Black-owned businesses. [Extracted from the article]