The Verge

JULY 28, 2020

With the arrival of the pandemic, we need to understand how face recognition technology deals with masked faces,” said Mei Ngan, an author of the report and NIST computer scientist. “We This matches reports we’ve heard from inside government. Error rates spiked as high as 50 percent for some algorithms.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 31, 2021

Despite the need to address this gap, PhotoDNA and related tools are currently facing attacks from both tech sector policies (like expanded adoption of end-to-end encryption ) and government regulation (such as the European Union’s ePrivacy Directive ). A Leading Emerging Threat to Children Everywhere.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In our webinar with Rachel Werner and James Spencer from RBW Strategy, they covered steps to help nonprofits that receive—or are looking to start receiving—government grant funding. Tip 2: Review the Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR 200) requirements to make sure you have the appropriate internal controls in place.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Secretary of Health and Human Service Nancy Brown Chief Executive Officer American Heart Association Under Brown’s leadership as CEO since 2008, the AHA has become a global authority on cardiovascular and brain health as well as overall well-being. Department of Treasury’s Office of International Affairs. Cook, Ph.D.

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sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2023

As a government agency, your team is used to doing more with less. Fund accounting software provides government agencies with the organization they need to track hundreds of funds while also establishing the internal controls and transparency required when stewarding constituent money.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Segregation of Duties and Cross Training It is not uncommon, especially for small organizations, to have challenges with segregation of physical access, recording, and authorization functions. When your organization’s finances are handled by a small team, it becomes even more important to properly prepare and plan for personnel changes.

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The Verge

JULY 6, 2020

Google, Facebook, and Twitter are pausing the processing of data requests from the Hong Kong government as they review a new security law that went into effect on July 1st. Twitter also halted its handling of government requests as of July 1st, with Facebook announcing its pause on Monday, The New York Times reported.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 7, 2013

Bookshare International Library We’re always thinking about new ways in which Benetech could go deeper and help many more people. We’re making securing new funding for Bookshare’s international expansion a top priority! We have built Bookshare International upon three principles.

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TechSpot

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Last week, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) came to a provisional conclusion that Microsoft's Activision acquisition could harm gamers in the UK. Specifically, the government watchdog cited the potential for higher prices, fewer choices, and less innovation. Read Entire Article

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 13, 2025

The authors, many of whom were also part of the current study, noted that the drop coincided with a shift to using seeds with prophylactic insecticides, rather than only spraying crops after an infestation. The law mandates that the government maintain habitat for listed species. But those laws could be changed.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The number of government-led internet shutdowns has exploded over the last decade as states seek to stifle dissent and protest by limiting citizens’ access to the web. They’re most frequently deployed during elections or times of protest, with governments claiming shutdowns are needed to stem the spread of misinformation. billion.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 14, 2014

I’m teaching a graduate class at the Monterey Institute of International Studies based on my books, The Networked Nonprofit and Measuring the Networked Nonprofit. They will be placed with organizations working on policies in these areas, many part of large international networks, nonprofits, and government.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

An expert on agricultural economics and spatial analysis, Jerry most recently served as a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute in Washington, DC, where he led major projects on food security and climate change issues.

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Forum One

MAY 13, 2021

Co-authored by Brian Stewart , Senior Government Executive, Siteimprove. In this post, we focus on the processes and technology of migrating your government services to digital. You can start by conducting an internal audit of your current system and process. First, understand your internal capabilities.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

AUGUST 7, 2013

The View from an Authorized Entity Many Bookshare users (and potential Bookshare users!) That makes it legal in these countries for people with these disabilities, and the organizations that serve them, to make accessible versions of books without having to get permission from the author or publisher. Defines Authorized Entity.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 13, 2014

Co-authored with Enrique Piracés, Benetech VP, Human Rights. Unfortunately, there is no HIPAA equivalent for international human rights and humanitarian information. We now understand that corporate collection and government interception of sensitive information is the norm, not the exception.

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InfoWorld

JUNE 4, 2024

Horizon, showcased in November last year , came with features such as data quality monitoring, data lineage UI, differential privacy policies, enhanced data classification, and other additional authorizations and certifications.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

At the same time, we’re recognizing that the authors of these articles have helped thousands of nonprofits by giving their work certified “gold” status, and giving them the chance to update or provide a new introduction to their classic articles. Updates by topic!

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Forum One

MAY 25, 2023

As a government entity, you may have joined Twitter years ago, using it to provide valuable customer experiences to your constituents and communities. For government agencies, the pitfalls and benefits may be even more pronounced as issues surrounding the platform continue to evolve.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 16, 2011

Bookshare now has hundreds of titles in Hindi, Tamil, and Spanish, and we recently announced a partnership with the government of Qatar to develop an Arabic language service. Bookshare has successfully piloted an international library for the blind, but we’ve barely begun to remedy the global book famine.

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sgEngage

MAY 23, 2024

Initiatives like the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and other pass-through funding to states and local governments have spurred a surge in nonprofits seeking federal funding. Capacity and/or Partnership – what can the organization handle internally? What needs are missing?

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The Verge

JUNE 29, 2020

Earlier this month, the Russian authorities lifted their ban on the Telegram messaging app , citing the company’s willingness to help with its counterterrorism efforts. Telegram initially gained the attention of the Russian authorities because it had reportedly become one of the apps of choice for the country’s opposition groups.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In a Harvard Business Review Article , authors Robert S. Prevent Internal Injuries The first category includes the situations that we can, and should, prevent. Prevent Internal Injuries The first category includes the situations that we can, and should, prevent. They offer three categories of situations.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2022

As we observe the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery on December 2nd, it’s important to remember that modern slavery is a complex problem that takes many forms. A more recent estimate by the International Labour Organization suggests that there are now 50 million people in the world living as modern slaves.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 17, 2014

Such action, the Court decided, didn’t constitute copyright infringement because it was fair use , that is, a limitation and exception to the exclusive rights granted by copyright law to the author of a creative work. This ruling by the Supreme Court in Sony Corp. of America v. Universal City Studios, Inc., copyright law.

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VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Whether delivering services, providing pro bono support, governing as a board member, or sending advocacy emails, volunteers play vital roles in mission-fulfillment. Like most leaders of volunteers, you wear multiple hats because functioning as an internal partner requires it. Become an effective internal partner.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2024

If you quickly identify those with management backgrounds, as well as those willing to work hard and communicate with authority, you can begin to delegate suitable assignments. Data allows you to tell your story to your board, community, donors, and to your internal teams so you can develop better processes for the future.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 26, 2023

On the other hand, Appruve, which provides an API that verifies user identity, fraud detection and digital documentation, primarily focuses on new datasets that enable or complement traditional government data such as international passports and national IDs.

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Tableau

JULY 15, 2021

Paigo was able to develop its own internal Data Culture and, in turn, advance its clients’ digital transformations through the activation of self-service analytics. Montage helped the New Zealand Electricity Authority adopt a thriving Data Culture by improving access to analytics, such as market trends and policy impacts.

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Achieve

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Establish Fiscal Policies Fiscal policies are the foundation of effective financial management, since they govern how your entire team handles your resources day-to-day in their respective roles. Comprehensive financial reporting is also important for internal decision-making.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Among the people I’m privileged to call a colleague here at Benetech is Viji Dilip, the International Program Coordinator for our Bookshare International service. When we received a grant from the Bernard Newcomb Foundation in 2007 to take Bookshare international, I asked Viji to become Bookshare’s International Program Coordinator.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Under the theme “Achieving Our Vision through Empowerment and Partnerships,” this was the first-ever combined General Assembly of both WBU and the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment ( ICEVI ), another world-class organization in the field. The November 2012 General Assembly took place in Bangkok, Thailand.

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TechNode

JULY 8, 2024

There is a clear need to build AI technology that can be reviewed, monitored, and traced, according to the Shanghai Declaration on Global AI Governance, which was released at the countrys largest annual AI event, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, which ended at the weekend. Peoples Daily ]

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Terri Givens is an author, CEO, and Founder of Brighter Higher Ed. Terri has over 30 years of success in higher education, politics, international affairs, and nonprofits, including roles as Provost at Menlo College, Vice Provost at University of Texas at Austin, and positions on numerous boards. About the Author.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 5, 2014

There’s an excellent summary by the study’s authors in this post, “ Preparing Millennials for Leadership Success ,” the tips include: 1. Raise their visibility internally with specific communication and development initiatives. Constantly double-check your assumptions.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 18, 2020

The allegations in the complaint lay bare the Faustian bargain that the PRC government demands of U.S. Chinese authorities subsequently detained potential participants inside China and in at least one case, it threatened the family of a participant living abroad.

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Engadget

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A press release from the countrys data protection authority, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), stated that downloads will resume once the Chinese AI company complies with local data protection laws, while those with the app can still use it. DeepSeek is also blocked on South Korean government and military devices.

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