Apple Inc. said Wednesday it was launching projects to extend opportunities to minority entrepreneurs. Last year, Apple and other companies and banks collectively pledged tens of billions of dollars toward racial-equity efforts. "Apple to Open Developer Academy, Provide Funding for Minority Entrepreneurs" at 10:17 ET, incorrectly said Apple made the announcement on Tuesday, and that the companies collectively pledged tens of millions of dollars.

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