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Ideas to Make Your New Member Orientation a Success

Wild Apricot

New member orientation doesn’t have to be boring. With these orientation tips and activities, your organization can welcome new members smoothly and easily, inspiring member engagement and retaining them longer.

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European Union mandates speed limiters on all new cars to enhance road safety

TechSpot

Intelligent Speed Assistant (ISA) technology uses a speed sign-recognition video camera and/or GPS-linked speed limit data to advise drivers of the current speed limit and warn them if they are exceeding it.

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Tips for Effective Feature Engineering in Machine Learning

Machine Learning Mastery

Feature engineering is an important step in the machine learning pipeline. It is the process of transforming data in its native format into meaningful features to help the machine learning model learn better from the data. If done right, feature engineering can significantly enhance the performance of machine learning algorithms. Beyond the basics of understanding […] The post Tips for Effective Feature Engineering in Machine Learning appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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The Best Gaming CPUs of the Past Two Generations: The Full Update

TechSpot

Soon we'll see the arrival of AMD's Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 CPUs, but in the meantime we've updated all our CPU benchmark data to recap how the current Intel and AMD generations played out.

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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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How Nonprofits Can Avoid Buyer’s Remorse for Fund Accounting Software

sgEngage

In the nonprofit sector, every dollar matters. So, when your organization is considering the purchase of new accounting-related software technology, it is crucial to carry out a thorough review of your requirements before you sign that agreement. Key software purchases typically require a significant investment, so you want to do what you can to avoid as much post-decision dissonance as possible.

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Which Event Formats Work Best?

Greater Giving

Which Event Formats Work Best? Tips for How to Choose To maximize attendance and engagement at your next nonprofit event, you need to choose the best event format for your audience. Many considerations go into deciding between in-person, virtual, or hybrid events. While some options allow more people to attend, other formats can increase engagement or offer chances for participants to engage more deeply.

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Intel Z890 could be the only Arrow Lake chipset to support CPU overclocking

TechSpot

According to tipster Jaykihn, the full 800-series lineup will include at least five different chipsets: Z890, W880, Q870, B860, and H810. Among these, Z890, B860, and H810 are aimed at consumers, while W880 targets workstations. Q870, on the other hand, is designed for enterprise devices.

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The next 10 years for cloud computing

InfoWorld

The landscape of cloud computing is changing significantly as enterprises question the value of public cloud solutions. This shift marks a departure from previous years when the public cloud was widely regarded as the panacea for all technology and infrastructure needs. Companies are now reconsidering the efficacy, cost efficiency, and strategic alignment of public cloud computing in their IT frameworks.

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Cybertruck-themed mini PC crowdfunding launches, featuring AMD's Ryzen 7 8845HS

TechSpot

We first saw the Cybertruck mini PC at Computex earlier this year when it was assumed to be a one-off mod. Now, however, Xyber Team has launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Xyber XPC on Indiegogo.

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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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BYD produces its eight millionth EV, with the last million having taken just three months

TechNode

BYD said on Thursday it has produced its eight millionth electric vehicle, just three months after producing its seven millionth unit globally at its Jinan factory in eastern China in March and three years after reaching its first millionth unit mark in mid-2021. The latest milestone was achieved at BYDs newly opened factory in Rayong, Thailand, which is capable of producing 150,000 vehicles annually, and happened to be a blue BYD Dolphin hatchback, the most popular EV model in the country.

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OpenAI's internal discussion board about AI development was compromised by hackers

TechSpot

Unknown, malicious actors accessed OpenAI's internal messaging systems, eavesdropping on sensitive discussions about the company's AI technologies and research material, however the hackers did not get access to the servers hosting AI source code.

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Qinglong, China’s first full-sized general-purpose humanoid robot, unveiled at World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2024

TechNode

“Hello, I will arrange the bread and fruit separately.” Upon hearing the command from the host, the humanoid robot Qinglong extended its arms and gently picked up a piece of soft bread with its steel fingers, placing it down into the basket on the table. At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2024 in Shanghai, one of the most influential AI events within the global tech ecosystem, the National Local Joint Humanoid Robot Innovation Center on Thursday unveiled the open-

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Amazon shuts down its Astro business robot with an eye on expanding the household version

TechSpot

Seven months after launch, Amazon is discontinuing its Astro for Business robot on September 25, 2024. Customers who purchased the device will be refunded and given a $300 credit "to help support a replacement solution for your workplace," according to an email sent to customers, and Astro Secure subscribers will.

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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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Human-Centric AI: How to Educate Skeptical Team Membersft

DonorPerfect

This post was contributed by Meena Das, CEO, consultant, and facilitator at NamasteData. Watch her full DonorPerfect Community Conference session here! Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already part of nearly every aspect of our lives, often in ways we don’t readily recognize. Almost every other email, conference, and product is “AI-ifying” in some way.

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Samsung joins the 60 TB SSD club, teases future 122 TB model

TechSpot

The drive supports PCIe Gen4 using the familiar U.2 form factor but is also available in an E3.S form factor to leverage a PCIe Gen5 interface. The first models afford 61.44 TB of capacity, although Samsung teased that future iterations could push that to 122.88 TB – double the capacity.

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Ep 96: Transparency and Accountability – Helping Organizations Thrive

Association 4.0 TM podcast

Artificial intelligence is certainly top of mind for association leaders and board members. Thats why we are delighted to feature.orgSource Consultant, Sue Dykema, on today’s episode. Sue has over 27 years of experience working as CEO and in various managerial positions at the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and is an expert in guiding organizations to achieve strategic objectives.

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Nvidia's RTX Remix goes open source, giving classic games an AI-powered remastering renaissance

TechSpot

RTX Remix is Nvidia's modding suite that allows enthusiasts to apply cutting-edge graphics technologies like ray tracing to older DirectX 8 and 9-era games. It has already been used to stunning effect on titles like Half-Life 2, SWAT 4, Max Payne, and Need for Speed Underground 2.

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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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Ever wonder who invented popcorn? It all started 7,000 years ago

TechSpot

As Sean Rafferty, professor of Anthropology at the University at Albany, explains in a recent 'Curious Kids' article, the discovery was likely an accidental stroke of genius. He points out that corn (or maize as it's known) has some pretty hardy components like the outer kernel shell that allowed evidence.

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Apple authorizes sideloaded Epic Games store after blocking it for a third time

TechSpot

Epic Games recently announced that its sideloaded iOS game store has passed Apple's submission checks, but not without encountering some final obstacles. According to the Fortnite maker, Apple held up the Epic store because its buttons resembled those on the official App Store too closely.

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AST SpaceMobile aims for nationwide satellite phone service via deals with AT&T and Verizon

TechSpot

In a letter to partners and investors, AST SpaceMobile's CEO Abel Avellan proclaimed that his company is "uniquely positioned" to achieve 100 percent geographical coverage in the country with satellite connectivity that works hand-in-hand with existing smartphones. There'd be no need for specialized satellite phones or extra equipment.

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World's biggest nuclear fusion project in trouble, launch pushed back to 2039

TechSpot

ITER Director-General Pietro Barabaschi recently provided details on the new "baseline" plan being evaluated by the project's governing body. Originally planned to begin firing up in 2020 with a total price tag of around $5 billion, the project has now ballooned to over $22 billion in costs, with an additional.

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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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Australia's new "top secret" cloud platform will be built on AWS

TechSpot

The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has officially announced a new partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build a "top secret" cloud platform for intelligence-related operations. This "strategic partnership" with the US company will span several years, costing a significant amount of Australian dollars, and will.

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There's another reason the man wielding a six-inch Master Sword was sentenced to four months in prison

TechSpot

On June 8, 48-year-old Anthony Bray, of Nuneaton in Warwickshire, England, was seen on CCTV walking down the street brandishing a small replica of the Legend of Zelda Master Sword. He approached police while still holding the item in view, at which point he was arrested for carrying a bladed article.

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Apple AI home device could merge the HomePod and Apple TV

TechSpot

A code reference on Apple's backend, discovered by MacRumors, uses the identifier "HomeAccessory17,1" – a new identifier, one that bears a resemblance to the HomePod's "AudioAccessory" name.

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