Thu.Feb 13, 2025

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5 Nonprofit Trends to Help Your Organization Thrive in 2025

NonProfit PRO

NonProfit PRO has compiled its annual trends list with your peers' insights on a variety of topics to ensure your organization is up to speed on all the latest tactics.

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Over half of LLM-written news summaries have “significant issues”—BBC analysis

Ars Technica

Here at Ars, we've done plenty of coverage of the errors and inaccuracies that LLMs often introduce into their responses. Now, the BBC is trying to quantify the scale of this confabulation problem, at least when it comes to summaries of its own news content. In an extensive report published this week , the BBC analyzed how four popular large language models used or abused information from BBC articles when answering questions about the news.

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How Gen Z uses the internet to self diagnose and get help

Mashable Tech

Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) uses the internet to self-diagnose their own mental health conditions, but not in the ways one might reflexively (or judgmentally) assume. A new survey and report from the Made of Millions Foundation, a nonprofit mental health advocacy organization, found that only a small fraction of Gen Z youth relies solely on the internet to interpret their symptoms and make their own conclusions about a diagnosis or disorder.

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Citing too much “bureaucracy,” Blue Origin to cut 10 percent of its workforce

Ars Technica

A little less than a month after the successful debut of its New Glenn rocket, Blue Origin's workforce will be trimmed by 10 percent. The cuts were announced during an all-hands meeting on Thursday morning led by the rocket company's chief executive, Dave Limp. During the gathering, Limp cited "business strategy" as the rationale for making the cuts to a workforce of more than 10,000 people.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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2 space objects are traveling so fast, they might exit the galaxy

Mashable Tech

For a decade and a half, astronomers have been on the trail of a galactic mystery. In 2011, a project that surveyed the Milky Way galaxy for exoplanets — which are planets beyond our solar system — spotted an intriguing signal: They found two objects traveling together through the galaxy, one 2,300 times heavier than its companion. Could it be a rogue planet with a moon, or a small star and orbiting world?

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Why Accurate Payroll and Time Allocation Is Crucial for Your Nonprofit Grant Reporting

sgEngage

As a nonprofit finance professional, you want all your data to be accurate. And payroll and grant reporting are two areas of your financial processes where accuracy is non-negotiable. You want your staff paid fairly, and you want to maintain good relationships with your grant funders. Maintaining compliance can protect existing funding, as well. But allocating your payroll and time to your grants can be a cumbersome, manual, and time-intensive process.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with AI and ANC are on sale for under $135

Mashable Tech

SAVE $65: As of Feb. 13, Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are on sale for $134.99 at Woot, down from $199.99. That is a 33% discount on a pair of AI-powered noise-canceling earbuds with real-time translation, 360 Audio, high-resolution sound, and IPX7 water resistance. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro $134.99 at Woot $199.99 Save $65.00 Get Deal The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer next-level sound quality , noise cancellation, and AI-powered features.

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Nonprofit CRM Integrations: How Our Integrated Partner Program Drives Efficiency and Impact

Bloomerang

Nonprofits work hard to deliver on their missionsengaging donors, running campaigns, and making an impact. But when systems dont talk to each other, inefficiencies add up fast. Data gets stuck, opportunities are missed, and decision-making becomes guesswork. Better nonprofit CRM integrations change that. Our Integrated Partner Program simplifies how nonprofits connect their tools, freeing teams to focus on their mission and deliver measurable results.

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DOGE’s Website Is Just One Big X Ad

Wired

The source code for the new Department of Government Efficiencys official US government website points to X as its primary source of authority, while sharing links to the site sends users to x.com.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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PIN AI launches mobile app letting you make your own personalized, private DeepSeek or Llama-powered AI model on your phone

VentureBeat

PIN AI's co-founders told VentureBeat that they will make money by charging transaction fees for other AI agents to access users' information Read More

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DOGE's Race to the Bottom

Wired

Elon Musk's takeover of US government agencies has happened at remarkable speeds. That's the point.

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CrowdStrike just killed 40 hours of SOC pain: Here’s how they did it

VentureBeat

CrowdStrike is launching Charlotte AI Detection Triage, saving SOC teams over 40 hours a week and delivering over 98% accuracy.

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When Fires Rage, Millions Turn to Watch Duty. Meet the Guy Who Made It

Wired

Watch Duty proved indispensable during the recent LA wildfires. John Mills, the apps creator, wants it to be the one place to go for tracking disasters. He just needs all the data to do it.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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H5N1 testing in cow veterinarians suggests bird flu is spreading silently

Ars Technica

Three veterinarians who work with cows have tested positive for prior infections of H5 bird flu, according to a study released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The finding may not seem surprising, given the sweeping and ongoing outbreak of H5N1 among dairy farms in the US, which has reached 968 herds in 16 states and led to infections in 41 dairy workers.

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Which Countries and Regions Might Be Impacted by Asteroid 2024 YR4?

Wired

There is a 2 percent chance that seven years from now, the city destroyer will hit Earth with the force of an 8-megaton nuclear weapon. Here are its possible impact points.

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Burning in woman’s legs turned out to be slug parasites migrating to her brain

Ars Technica

It started with a bizarre burning sensation in her feet. Over the next two days, the searing pain crept up her legs. Any light touch made it worse, and over-the-counter pain medicine offered no relief. On the third day, the 30-year-old, otherwise healthy woman from New England went to an emergency department. Her exam was normal. Her blood tests and kidney function were normal.

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How Much Time Does it Take for Hackers to Crack My Password?

TechRepublic

Hackers can crack weak passwords in seconds, while strong ones may take years. Learn about the time to crack your password and boost security.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Sam Altman lays out roadmap for OpenAI’s long-awaited GPT-5 model

Ars Technica

On Wednesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a roadmap for how the company plans to release GPT-5, the long-awaited followup to 2023's GPT-4 AI language model that made huge waves in both tech and policy circles around the world. In a reply to a question on X, Altman said GPT-5 would be coming in " months ," suggesting a release later in 2025. Initially, Altman explained in a long post on X, the company plans to ship GPT-4.5 (previously known as "Orion" internally) in a matter of " weeks " as O

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Show Your Donors Some Love: Tips for Building Stronger Relationships This Valentine’s Day

sgEngage

Valentines Day is all about showing appreciation and fostering meaningful connections, making it the perfect time to engage with your donors. Whether youre strengthening ties with longtime supporters or reaching out to new ones, the day offers the opportunity to show donors how much they mean to your organization. A Valentines Day-themed stewardship campaign is a fun and engaging way to strengthen donor relationships.

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Financially motivated hackers are helping their espionage counterparts and vice versa

Ars Technica

Theres a growing collaboration between hacking groups engaging in espionage on behalf of nation-states and those seeking financial gains through ransomware and other forms of cybercrime, researchers noted this week. There has always been some level of overlap between these two groups, but it has become more pronounced in recent years. On Tuesday, the Google-owned Mandiant security firm said the uptick comes amid tighter purse strings and as a means for concealing nation-state-sponsored espionage

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Don’t sleep on Google Gemini’s Deep Research mode: 8 examples of informative reports

VentureBeat

Produce reports on subjects related to your industry, and ask it to identify new opportunities or helpful insights to grow your business.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Find the Balance Between Managing Your Portfolio and Your Staff

NonProfit PRO

Both fundraising and leading a team can be challenging. Here are some pointers for managing both your portfolio and your staff.

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The worse traffic gets, the more fast food people eat

Fast Company Tech

Road congestion is a persistent thorn in the side of our car-centric society. Its loud, stressful, dangerous, and worsens air quality. Its been linked to all kinds of adverse health effects, including lower birth weights , memory and attention problems in school kids, higher mortality in elderly adults, and even crime. But traffic might also affect our eating habitsand not in a good way.

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StratusLIVE Introduces the Community Volunteer Center for AI-Driven Community Engagement

NonProfit PRO

StratusLIVE announced the AI-driven Community Volunteer Center, designed to enhance and simplify every step of volunteering.

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People in Florida Say Dense, Mysterious Fog With Chemical Smell Is Making Them Sick

Futurism

Down in Florida, residents have been haunted by a strange specter: alingering and super-dense fog that allegedly smells like chemicalsand is making people sick. As USA Today reports , folks in large swaths of the Sunshine State are starting to freak out after encountering the mysterious fog repeatedly over the past few months. In response, many are turning to conspiracy theories to explain the strange happenings surrounding them.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.