Mon.Oct 21, 2024

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What Do Members Want?

Association Analytics

Members are the backbone of any association. Not a deep thought, not particularly revelatory, just something that is. This is the thought that should – and for the most part does – drive the actions, plan, and thoughts of what association professionals do in their day-to-day and their long-term planning. And yet, time and again, the biggest need, the most basic question that associations have is, what do members want?

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More Than Half of Nonprofit Leaders Reported Not Having Donor Engagement Strategies

NonProfit PRO

To help nonprofits prepare for year-end fundraising and beyond, NonProfit PRO released its inaugural “2024 Nonprofit Fundraising Study.

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Too good to be true, but controversial E-Cat generator claims to have extended EV battery life while driving continuously

TechSpot

On September 27, 2024, two identical Renault Twizy 80 electric vehicles faced off in a test at the Circuito Internazionale di Latina racetrack in Italy. This was not merely a race between two cars but also a technology demonstration that could have significant implications for the future of sustainable energy production.

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Momentive Software Announces GiveSmart Fundraising and Accounting Integration

NonProfit PRO

Momentive Software integrated its GiveSmart and MIP software, creating a connected fundraising and accounting solution suite.

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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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5 Free Books on Computer Vision

Machine Learning Mastery

Computer vision is a branch of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that studies how machines can interpret and understand visual information, such as images and videos.

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AMD confirms one Ryzen 9000X3D CPU arrives on November 7

TechSpot

If you were hoping to learn more about Zen 5 X3D parts, I'm sorry to disappoint. But we'll walk you through the few details we have and the potential reasons for this kind of soft announcement.

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What megadonors miss about health-focused nonprofits 

Candid

Well-intended, ultra-high net worth (UHNW) individuals are donating large sums of money to fund solutions for some of society’s most challenging problems. Over the past decade, it has become increasingly commonplace for those individuals to make mega gifts to other wealthy and at times famous people who have visibility, access, and power, as opposed to traditional nonprofit organizations that engage in social programming, capacity building, and direct services.

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TSMC admits it can't produce enough AI chips as demand outpaces supply

TechSpot

With AI showing no signs of slowing, TSMC will be ramping up its advanced chip packaging capabilities over the next few years. During its recent earnings call on October 17, the chipmaker revealed that its production capacity for CoWoS packaging technology is set to double year-over-year in both 2024 and 2025.

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With Copilot agents, Pets at Home unleashes an AI revolution

Microsoft AI

AI The post With Copilot agents, Pets at Home unleashes an AI revolution appeared first on Source.

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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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China's new resistive magnet is 800,000 times stronger than Earth's field

TechSpot

The new record was set on September 22 at the Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, narrowly edging out the previous record of 41.4 tesla held by another resistive magnet at the National High Magnetic Field Lab in Florida since 2017.

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Leading with Innovation: Becoming a Chief Future Officer

sgEngage

Who needs a crystal ball when you have data? The role of a Chief Financial Officer has always been to use data to tell the story of your organization’s past, present, and future. CFO job duties generally include overseeing the finance team, analyzing and presenting financial statements, and budgeting and forecasting. While these are all still part of a typical CFO’s role, in recent years there has been an increased emphasis on having a future-oriented mindset.

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New attack methods work against Spectre mitigations in modern PC CPUs

TechSpot

Six years ago, security researchers unveiled two new vulnerability categories affecting process execution and data protection on CPUs. Meltdown and Spectre made a considerable splash in generalist and tech-focused media, and the latter is still haunting CPU manufacturers with new "Spectre-class" flaws discovered now and then.

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The Final Countdown: 5 Ways To Boost Year-End Donations

Bloomerang

Did you know that a lot of nonprofit organizations raise 30%, sometimes as much as 50% of their annual donations during the year-end giving season ? The lion’s share of all giving comes in December. Most nonprofits bring in nearly half of their online donations in the last week of the year. The three biggest giving days of the year are December 29, 30, and 31st.

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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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Hyundai wants to eliminate touchscreens entirely with holographic windshield displays

TechSpot

A new concept from Hyundai's parts division, Hyundai Mobis, developed in partnership with optics specialists Zeiss, aims to transform your entire windshield into one massive display. Dubbed the "Holographic Windshield Display," it takes the modest head-up displays we've seen for decades and dramatically expands their scope.

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Find Your Next Funder: Use Prospect Research to Secure Major Donors

sgEngage

It’s every major gift officer’s nightmare scenario:You’re at a donor event, making small talk with an attendee you have never met before, and you’re struggling to come up with something to talk about. Uncomfortably, you glance at your watch, then look up to see a long-time major donor walking your way. You quickly jump into easy conversation with them, and you pat yourself on the back for cultivating and engaging with this important donor.

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WinDirStat helps you monitor disk space, gets major update after 19 years

TechSpot

WinDirStat helps you visually monitor disk space usage for files and folders. After 19 years, version 2.0.1 has been released, bringing major improvements and new features.

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New FTC Rules Could Aid Donors In Opting Out

The NonProfit Times

Nonprofit managers are scrambling to get clarity on how to proceed regarding the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new “click to cancel” provisions requiring businesses to make it easier for consumers to cancel enrollment in recurring billing, such as memberships. In the case of nonprofits, it could mean anything from making it easier to cancel recurring gifts, to getting out of gym memberships or membership of any type to any pausing ongoing donor relationships.

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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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Intel "Raptor Lake Refresh" mobile CPUs leak with up to 14 cores and 5.8GHz boost speed

TechSpot

According to an X post by noted hardware leaker Jaykihn, Intel is prepping at least seven new mobile processors. Five are part of the Core 200H family, while the other two are in the Core 200U lineup. All are part of the "Raptor Lake Refresh" and not linked architecturally to.

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Mapping Your Digital Ecosystem

Forum One

Having a clear sense of how all of your digital tools and platforms are (and aren’t) connected is an important step in ensuring that you have the right tools in your toolbox to reach your goals. However, mapping your digital ecosystem is easier said than done. You may be trying to organize all your systems and applications within your organization but not be 100% certain how to approach it.

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Squadron 42 gameplay video released; Star Citizen developer "confident" single-player element will launch in 2026

TechSpot

Developer Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) showed off the extended clip of Squadron 42 at CitizenCon 2954 at Manchester, UK, over the weekend.

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China’s BYD partners with Black Myth: Wukong to digitalize heritage sites

TechNode

BYD said on Sunday that it has signed an exclusive partnership contract with Black Myth: Wukong, a move that could create buzz for the electric vehicle major thanks to the huge success of the hit Chinese action game. As part of the global strategic collaboration agreement, BYD will work with Game Science, the developer behind Black Myth: Wukong, to create digital records for heritage assets, according to an announcement.

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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.

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Portable 4K OLED monitor offers 100-foot wireless connectivity and magnetically attached accessories

TechSpot

Created by Hong Kong-based InnLead, the monitor is being crowdfunded on indiegogo, which means you should be aware of the inherent risks associated with these campaigns. The portable screen measures 15.

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China’s Chery to mass-produce all-solid-state batteries in 2027

TechNode

Chinese automaker Chery Auto is planning to launch a pilot testing scheme for its all-solid-state batteries in 2026, and mass produce them in 2027, in an effort to boost EV range to 1,500 kilometers (932 miles) on a single charge. Chinas biggest car exporter expects the batteries to achieve an energy density of 400 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg) this year and reach 600 Wh/kg in 2025, Gao Xinhua, executive vice-president of the company said at its global innovation conference on Oct. 18.

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Shipments of OLED monitors are soaring, up 181% this year

TechSpot

The market research firm said new 31.5-inch models are expected to boost adoption, adding that hardware makers like Asus and Samsung are focusing on improved specifications and other bells and whistles to spur sales.

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Doctoral intern dismissed for disrupting ByteDance AI training

TechNode

In response to a report last Friday circulating on WeChat about a security lapse in Bytedances AI department, the company issued a statement saying that an intern had this summer maliciously interfered with model training in the course of AI commercialization. The TikTok owner underlined that it had not affected online operations or any other commercial project.

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How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.