Tue.Mar 25, 2025

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Overqualified and underchallenged? Here’s how to make it work

Fast Company Tech

So, you landed a joband youre already way too good at it. Maybe you took it out of necessity, maybe it was meant to be temporary, or maybe you thought it would be more challenging than it is. Whatever the case, now youre stuck wondering how to stay motivated in a role that doesnt come close to tapping your full potential. The good news? Youre not aloneand youre definitely not stuck.

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The Transformation of 340B Health – Building Momentum for Innovation Background 

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340B Health , an organization advocating for hospitals and health systems serving vulnerable communities, faced a rapidly changing regulatory environment. While financially stable, the association operated in a volatile policy landscape , where government regulations could shift every two to four years. This uncertainty made long-term strategic planning challenging.

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Every time you chew gum, you’re filling your mouth with plastic

Fast Company Tech

When you pop a piece of gum in your mouth, you might be hoping to freshen your breath, relieve some stress, or just get a bit of flavor. But you could also be getting thousands of microplastics released with every piece you chew. Thats because most chewing gum itself is made of plastic ; gum bases often use synthetic polymers like polyvinyl acetate, a plastic used in adhesives; or styrene-butadiene, a type of plastic rubber used in tires and shoe soles.

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Instagram working with schools to take action against bullying, gossip accounts

Mashable Tech

For years, educators and parents have implored Instagram to address student bullying and harassment that often starts on the company's platform and later shows up in the classroom. Now the platform, which is owned by Meta , is rolling out a program that allows educators to directly report safety issues like bullying directly to Instagram. The Schools Partnership program will launch with a pilot that's open to all middle and high schools in the U.S.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

Ars Technica

Apple has suffered a blow in its efforts to salvage its lucrative search placement deal with Google. A new ruling from the DC Circuit Court of Appeals affirms that Apple cannot participate in Google's upcoming antitrust hearing, which could leave a multibillion-dollar hole in Apple's balance sheet. The judges in the case say Apple simply waited too long to get involved.

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FBI probes arson of Tesla cars and facilities, says “this is domestic terrorism”

Ars Technica

The Federal Bureau of Investigation yesterday launched a task force "to try to nail the criminals setting fire to Tesla vehicles and charging stations," and is looking into an anarchist blog that has been "calling for more" attacks, The New York Post reported. "The bureau has received reports of 48 instances so far this month related to Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations and is investigating at least seven of them in conjunction with local law enforcement, The Post has learned," t

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A new AI test is outwitting OpenAI, Google models, among others

Mashable Tech

Google, OpenAI, DeepSeek, et al. are nowhere near achieving AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), according to a new benchmark. The Arc Prize Foundation, a nonprofit that measures AGI progress, has a new benchmark that is stumping the leading AI models. The test, called ARC-AGI-2 is the second edition ARC-AGI benchmark that tests models on general intelligence by challenging them to solve visual puzzles using pattern recognition, context clues, and reasoning.

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The surprising reason you feel ‘meh’ about work 

Fast Company Tech

Hows work? If you feel like answering meh, youre not alone. Gallups latest workplace survey found that employee engagement has slumped to a 10-year low. It might not be the work itself, though. You might want to take a closer look at your boss, says Dr. Katina Sawyer, coauthor of Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives.

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The best gaming deals in Amazons Big Spring Sale — shop PlayStation, Nintendo, and more

Mashable Tech

2025 is going to be a huge year for gaming. That's fantastic news, but it also means that you're probably going to be spending a lot of money on gaming-related things over the next few months, whether it's individual titles, accessories, or even new consoles. You know what we're going to say next: That's why it's a good idea to keep your eyes open for a big sale to give your bank account a break.

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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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NVIDIA NIM Microservices Now Available to Streamline Agentic Workflows on RTX AI PCs and Workstations

NVIDIA AI Blog

Generative AI is unlocking new capabilities for PCs and workstations, including game assistants, enhanced content-creation and productivity tools and more. NVIDIA NIM microservices, available now, and AI Blueprints , in the coming weeks, accelerate AI development and improve its accessibility. Announced at the CES trade show in January, NVIDIA NIM provides prepackaged, state-of-the-art AI models optimized for the NVIDIA RTX platform, including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series and, now, the new N

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Otter.ai's Meeting Agent can schedule calls and write emails for you

Engadget

The next time you join a video call, Otter.ai is hoping its new AI tool will help make things run smoother. On Tuesday, the company introduced the Otter Meeting Agent. It's part of a suite of three new AI helpers designed to assist a variety of different users. The first of those, the voice-activated Meeting Agent, can schedule follow-up calls and draft emails for you.

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5 ways to project enthusiasm in a job interview

Fast Company Tech

Showing enthusiasm in a job interview can be the make-or-break factor in getting that position. In fact, nearly 47% of hiring managers say a candidates keen interest in the job is the most important factor in determining whether they get the new role. Enthusiastic candidates are more likely to fit in, stay longer, and do great work. So, here are five ways to project excitement about the role throughout the job interview process: 1.

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23andMe data: How to delete yours

Mashable Tech

23andMe is going bankrupt , and now is the time to rescue your data. The ancestry search company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy over the weekend, which immediately caused alarm in privacy-focused individuals. A company on the verge of financial collapse is probably not one that can be trusted with your literal DNA, they argued. One could also argue 23andMe was never trustworthy to begin with, but let's focus on the present.

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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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Napster just sold for $207 million

Engadget

The once-iconic music-sharing platform Napster just sold for $207 million, according to reporting by CNBC. A company called Infinite Reality ponied up the cash. What could Napster offer in 2025 to warrant such a price tag? Infinite Reality CEO John Acunto says itll be used for marketing in the metaverse. In other words, a platform from 1999 will be used as part of a technology that seemingly peaked in 2021.

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How Polestar engineers EVs that can handle brutal winters

Ars Technica

Polestar provided flights from Los Angeles to Lulea and accommodation so Ars could visit Polestar's winter testing site. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. LULEA, SwedenStaring out the window of a puddle jumper descending from Stockholm into Lulea, I spy frozen seawater for the first time in my life. Not nearly as much as I expected, though, for the middle of February at the northern end of Sweden.

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The best Amazon Spring Sale deals on kitchen tech including discounts on gear from Breville, KitchenAid, Ninja and more

Engadget

Food is probably the third most-discussed topic in Engadgets Slack rooms. Having more than a few cuisine-obsessed folk on staff means when theres an opportunity to review a new bit of cooking tech, we jump at the chance. Right now, thanks to Amazons Big Spring Sale , a long list of the kitchen tech weve covered is on sale. Were seeing discounts on brands like KitchenAid, Breville, Instant Pot and more.

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40% of managers say their mental health declined on the job

Fast Company Tech

The plight of the middle manager has taken a turn for the worse since the pandemic, leaving many in the role prone to burnout as they juggle competing expectations with limited support from their employers. Managers were already tasked with addressing low morale and absorbing additional work as companies have been hit with layoffs in recent yearsbut now a number of employers are more pointedly culling their ranks, too.

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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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Amazon Spring Sale tech deals under $50: The best sales on our favorite budget gear

Engadget

Amazon kicked off its latest Spring Sale today, and while the week-long event mostly focuses on things like apparel and outdoor goods, it still includes a few noteworthy deals on electronics. Were rounding up the best of those across Engadget, but if youre on a tighter budget, below weve dug up a few decent discounts on gadgets and services that are available for less than $50.

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NPR CEO Katherine Maher makes the case for why public radio is essential to American democracy

Fast Company Tech

Tomorrow, NPRs CEO Katherine Maher goes before a DOGE congressional subcommittee to defend the public media outlets case for federal funding. Maher gives a preview to her testimony, sharing how funding cuts would impact Americans broad access to crucial news and information, particularly in rural and local areas. Maher also reveals NPRs strategy for reengaging with their audience, how the organization can better frame its identity as an outlet for all Americans, and more.

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The best laptop deals in the Amazon Big Spring Sale — its all about MacBooks so far

Mashable Tech

While Amazon isn't normally the best place to score laptop deals on any given day, it tends to beef up its selection and ramp up its discounts for certain sitewide sales it puts on throughout the year. Prime Day and Black Friday are the main ones, of course, but don't sleep on the retail giant's Big Spring Sale, either. Amazon has just confirmed that its seasonal savings event is returning for the second year in a row from March 25 to 31.

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Sony overhauls its budget earbuds while keeping the price the same

Engadget

When Sony's wireless earbuds come to mind, the flagship-quality WF-1000XM5 is probably the first product that jumps out. However, the company is also adept at building budget models, blending features and tech to give users a solid value for a lot less money. That was the proposition when the WF-C700N arrived in 2023 , offering active noise cancellation (ANC), solid battery life and other features for $120.

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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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Save over $1,500 on this ridiculous 98-inch TCL QLED TV in the Amazon Spring Sale

Mashable Tech

SAVE OVER $1,500: As of March 25, the TCL 98-inch Q65 QLED 4K Smart TV is on sale for $1,497.99 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 98-inch Q65 QLED $1,497.99 at Amazon $2,999.99 Save $1,502.00 Get Deal You may have been fooled into thinking that the Amazon Big Spring Sale won't include huge discounts on big-ticket items.

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Otter’s new AI agents are built to boost sales and streamline meetings

Fast Company Tech

Otter , the AI-powered meeting assistant and transcription service, is introducing a new AI agent capable of answering spoken questions from meeting participants in real time. The AI can also perform tasks like scheduling follow-up meetings and assigning action items to the meeting record stored on Otters platform. When responding to questions,it can draw on both publicly available information for quick research queries and knowledge gained from previous company meetings.

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Pedro Pascal explains his very intense coffee order

Mashable Tech

Pedro Pascal is not happy that his mildly unhinged morning coffee order is out in the world. "I cannot begin to tell you how violating this was," says the Last of Us star in the Jimmy Kimmel Live! clip above, commenting on a photo that was taken of him where people zoomed in on the coffee order receipt in his hand — revealing a solid six shots of espresso.

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6 signs you might be a bad listener and what to do instead

Fast Company Tech

We live in a world that seems to get busier and busier! Not only do we have our daily work tasks but we also have more meetings, longer commutes, and more interactions with more people in more locations than at any time in the history of work. In addition to the many real and present external distractions, there are also internal obstacles to great listening.

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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!