Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

Whether it’s global heatwaves, flooding in Pakistan, Canadian wildfires that block out the sun, decade-long droughts in Africa, or ever more powerful hurricanes, natural disasters have our attention. But climate change has been a disaster experienced slowly, and now all at once. Thinking big on climate change There is good news.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

For the first time, two people rode a hyperloop pod through a nearly airless tube at 100 mph Virgin Hyperloop announced that for the first time it has conducted a test of its ultra-fast transportation system with human passengers. The DevLoop test track is 500 meters long and 3.3 It’ll be a bit short,” Giegel said before the test.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

To see the effect format can have on your video, check out the results of an A/B test run by The Jane Goodall Institute. They provide disaster relief and shelter to families that have been devastated by natural disasters. They created a square version and landscape version of the same video using Animoto.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 8, 2015

7, 2015 – From now through October 31st, Information Technology Disaster Resource Center ( www.ITDRC.org ), Humanity Road ( www.HumanityRoad.org ), and VisionLink ( www.VisionLink.org ), are staffing and supporting a free hotline for the survivors of the South Carolina floods.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 10, 2025

I’ve always been bothered by the fact we had defaulted to listing people (a recipe for disaster). Also in my experience, I worked at a nonprofit where it took a full two months of multiple staff painstakingly reviewing names to assure we got everything right (I think thats where your recipe for disaster comment comes in).

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TechCrunch

MAY 18, 2021

When disaster strikes, costs pile up quickly. Of course, the need for speed among consumers hits the brick wall that is the insurance industry and government’s timeline for dispersing post-disaster insurance claims and aid. Much like other advance cash startups in other sectors, Dorothy takes a fee based on the size of the loan.

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sgEngage

MAY 15, 2024

In early 2022, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy began an organization-wide grants change management review. It provides space for training, testing, and ensuring that employees are equipped to adapt to the new process. The goal was to become better grantmakers by completing a review of our practices, processes and forms.

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TechSpot

MAY 12, 2021

Recently I found testing Intel B560 boards so frustrating that I had to stop to warn readers of the possible pitfalls when buying one such board. Our findings are alarming and something all potential buyers should know.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 12, 2025

Granting your partner access to your intimate emotions is a recipe for disaster if jealousy is a pre-existing issue in the relationship.In For those who are eager to test out the Raw ring, the device has yet to hit the market but is likely to be made available to purchase in late 2025 or early 2026.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

One talked about species extinction, and the other talked about the prevalence of natural disasters. The one talking about natural disasters was responsible for 80% of your donors, and 10% of those donors went on to become regular givers when you asked them 2 weeks later. Test with a couple of links to see how it all works.

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DataRobot

MAY 27, 2021

A disaster,” he told me. In particular, Mina believes that our failure to test effectively has allowed COVID-19 to spread. True, there are tests—and they are good ones—but they are relatively expensive, require an outside laboratory, and take two days or more for results. It’s not that we lack easy-to-use tests, Michael says.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 8, 2011

What few are aware of, however, is that the Windows Azure platform also has the capability of serving communities that have been affected by disasters. How, You Ask? The flexibility offered by the Azure platform lets users customize the tool to suit the nature of their emergency and the immediate needs of the affected community.

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The Next Web

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Ran Rachlin is the co-founder and CEO of Ubertesters, a global provider of a comprehensive, cloud-based, process management tool for mobile applications beta testing. App developers definitely learned something important from Apple’s latest product release: even the titans of the industry deal with programming bugs and release disasters.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

The power of social media really proved itself for us when the Gulf oil disaster first hit mainstream news, it was our web and social media presences that helped disseminate news and information to keep people up-to-date in real-time with our work on the ground. They were supportive and encouraged me to test and experiment.

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VisionLink

MARCH 3, 2020

Community Infection & Quarantine Tracker Available Now Visionlink announces the COVID-19 Infection and Quarantine Tracker for 2-1-1s, I&R Centers, Aging Agencies, Crisis Lines and Disaster Agencies. More information for Disaster Relief Agencies. The Tracker is immediately available. Download the product sheet here.

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VisionLink

MAY 8, 2023

We look forward to another engaging conference with the National Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (NVOAD) , in St. Visionlink offers the only disaster solutions that are both pre-built and completely configurable--and designed for collaboration and data exchange from the ground up. Louis, Missouri , from May 8-11, 2023.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 14, 2022

When a major event happens, such as the pandemic, wars, or natural disasters, they make a decision for the donor that this is the wrong time to be asked for a gift. Begin testing your messaging to learn which message has the highest engagement in terms of engagement and donations? What has Research Shown About Why Donors Give?

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

“Examples of automated accounts you might see on Twitter include bots that help you find vaccine appointments and disaster early warning systems,” Twitter said in an FAQ. Initially, in what Twitter is calling a test, a small number of developers will be invited to be able to apply the labels to their accounts.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 2, 2024

You can consider A/B testing subject lines on future emails or look back at well-performing past subject lines to see what’s resonated with your email audience. With your most recent email, did you get an open rate that is in line with your list’s average? Now, subject lines aren’t the only factor that influences open rates.

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TechCrunch

JULY 14, 2021

The company’s printers and software can print more than just swabs, but the first product the company has focused on since 2020 is the InstaSwab — a 3D-printed swab used in COVID-19 tests. . While the pandemic is still a global disaster, the vaccines have changed the game when it comes to testing. Image: OPT Industries.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As if last year’s fabulous Dual Asteroid Redirection Test firing a satellite bullet into an asteroid wasn’t enough, now researchers are doing detailed simulation of the nuclear deflection scenario envisioned in 1998 space disaster film Armageddon.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 25, 2006

Thought folks might be interested in reading the Humaninet blog from Gregg Swanson who will be blogging and uploading photos to the Hnet Flickr account via a satellite connection at a disaster response exercise in Asia put on by ADRA Asia. Blog: [link] Flickr: [link]. They probably already know about each other's work.

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Recode by Vox

MARCH 8, 2025

An artist rendering of the NASA Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) space probe approaching the asteroid Didymos and its minor-planet-moon Dimorphos. Asteroids do offer us the opportunity to stave off at least one kind of planetary disaster because, like all objects in space, they follow a clear and largely predictable orbit.

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The Verge

JULY 7, 2020

The company’s balloons have already provided internet connectivity in the wake of disasters, like in Puerto Rico in 2017 after Hurricane Maria or in Peru after an earthquake in 2019 , but never as part of a large-scale commercial deployment. Download speeds of 18.9Mbps have been recorded.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 21, 2012

" Red Cross Opens Social Media Center For Disaster Response – TheNonProfitTimes – "The American Red Cross (ARC) has launched a digital operations center and digital volunteer program to coordinate response efforts during disasters, particularly when storm victims are huddled in a basement away from other forms of communication.

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The Verge

JUNE 20, 2021

The goal of the alerts is to warn the public of natural disasters and other crisis situations, “and are of ever-increasing importance given the emergencies and disasters Americans have faced in recent years,” the FCC said in a news release (pdf). Both tests are scheduled for 2:20PM ET on August 11th.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In addition, hospitals and health systems support emergency preparedness for all types of disasters, provide education and training for the next generation of caregivers, and invest in cutting-edge technology and medical equipment to ensure access to high-quality care.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Even if you pay only glancing attention to news about technology and social media, you've probably heard something about their uses during disaster response and relief efforts. The ideas and best practices generated in 2007 and beyond got their sternest test to date in the aftermath of the 7.0 read more.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 30, 2012

The following is an excerpt on recovering hardware and IT equipment after a disaster from TechSoup's Disaster Planning and Recovery Guide , currently being updated with additional content and formats. Our thoughts are with those impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Sandy.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Haje is back from dealing with all sorts of little disasters, and Christine is still going strong. Daily Crunch: Spotify says new AI DJ feature currently in beta testing has ‘stunningly realistic voice’ by Christine Hall originally published on TechCrunch PST, subscribe here. Helloooooo from team Daily Crunch!

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 25, 2007

Know Your Numbers PwC runs a wellness test opportunity where they take your blood and give you a cholesterol test as well as a high blood pressure test. I went two levels deeper into the science of my particular issues and learned about a special test developed by UC Berkeley (an hour away from where I live).

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VisionLink

MARCH 30, 2010

For that matter, if you have not yet registered for the conference, here are 7 more reasons to do so: Managing Disaster Relationships Presenter: Thomas Bennett, 211 San Diego, California This course will provide an overview of governmental organizations and agencies for which they should develop and maintain relationships. Be Credible!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2022

A great example of this type of time-sensitive fundraising comes in the aftermath of a natural disaster like a wildfire or hurricane. We’re currently searching for organizations with fiscal sponsors looking to Beta test our software, if that interests you please get in touch with us !

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NCE Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2010

Do they pass the sniff test? What steps do you need to take to make sure your agency is prepared for a natural disaster like this. Wyclef Jean , a highly regarded musician, was brought to tears during a press interview defending his charity’s use of funds. Are the decisions you are making now up to ethical standards?

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

AI can help diagnose diseases, analyze test results more efficiently, and scan x-rays, MRIs, and CAT scans to find anomalies. It can also help predict who is at risk of heart attacks, strokes, dementia, and mental health issues based on family and personal histories, test results, and even the way people speak.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 27, 2023

“Disasters and crises are inevitable, but businesses do not have to face them unprepared,” explains James Burstall , author of the new book, The Flexible Method: Prepare To Prosper In The Next Global Crisis. Burstall covers sixteen tried and tested methods to futureproof businesses. How are your peers responding?

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TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2021

Unlike with just a text message, Perimeter will send both the message and a URL, which can then display maps and real-time information on how a disaster is progressing. Right now, the platform is distributed as a web app, so that citizens don’t need to have it pre-installed when a disaster strikes.

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