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The Only Nonprofit Accounting eBook You Need

NonProfit PRO

Download this comprehensive resource for the latest best practices for budgeting, closing books, audits, reporting, managing payroll, compliance, and much more.

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DOGE’s USDS Purge Included the Guy Who Keeps Veterans’ Data Safe Online

Wired

The cybersecurity lead for VA.gov was fired last week. He tells WIRED that the Veterans Affairs digital hub will be more vulnerable without someone in his role.

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Use Your Nonprofit’s Stats to Improve Fundraising Outcomes

NonProfit PRO

Here's a look at one of the many metrics you can and should regularly review to evaluate your fundraising efforts.

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The Delirious, Violent, Impossible True Story of the Zizians

Wired

A handful of gifted young tech people set out to save the world. For years, WIRED has been tracking each twist and turn of their alleged descent into mayhem and death.

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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 to make generative AI a partner in your daily workflow

Fast Company Tech

Discover friendly tips for using AI tools in your business while avoiding common pitfalls. While having lunch with a few fellow business owners recently, our conversation turned to the topic on every entrepreneurs mindartificial intelligence.

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Researchers figure out how to get fresh lithium into batteries

Ars Technica

As the owner of a 3-year-old laptop, I feel the finite lifespan of lithium batteries acutely. It's still a great machine, but the cost of a battery replacement would take me a significant way down the path of upgrading to a newer, even greater machine. If only there were some way to just plug it in overnight and come back to a rejuvenated battery. While that sounds like science fiction, a team of Chinese researchers has identified a chemical that can deliver fresh lithium to well-used batteries,

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DOGE Put Him in the Treasury Department. His Company Has Federal Contracts Worth Millions

Wired

Experts say the conflicts posed by Tom Krauses dual roles are unprecedented in the modern era.

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Leaked chat logs expose inner workings of secretive ransomware group

Ars Technica

More than a years worth of internal communications from one of the worlds most active ransomware syndicates have been published online in a leak that exposes tactics, trade secrets, and internal rifts of its members. The communications come in the form of logs of more than 200,000 messages members of Black Basta sent to each other over the Matrix chat platform from September 2023 to September 2024, researchers said.

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The US Is Considering a TP-Link Router Ban—Should You Worry?

Wired

Several government departments are investigating TP-Link routers over Chinese cyberattack fears, but the company denies links.

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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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The remarkable banter of Cory Barlog and Neil Druckmann on the creative process

VentureBeat

Cory Barlog and Neil Druckmann had a remarkable conversation at the Dice Summit about their approaches to creativity.

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The Lunar Economy Is Coming

Wired

The launch of the Blue Ghost module, scheduled to land on the moon early next month, is a key step in creating an Earthmoon supply chain.

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Scientists attach insect antennae to drones for smell-based navigation

TechSpot

Traditional drones rely on visual sensors like cameras and lasers for navigation, but these can be unreliable in harsh conditions such as low light, dust storms, or wet environments. This poses a challenge when surveying disaster-stricken areas, where visibility may be compromised. Additionally, aerial surveillance can be inefficient when there's.

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The World Is in a Polyester Crisis. One Company Is Trying to Recycle a Way Out

Wired

The European company Reju may have developed the polyester recycling technology the textile industry needs. The question is whether the world is ready for 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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Meta raises executive bonuses by up to 200% after cutting 5% of its workforce

TechSpot

According to an SEC filing submitted yesterday, Meta has approved an increase in the target bonus percentage for its annual bonus plan for executives.

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Did a Rock Hit Your Windshield, or Did Your Windshield Hit a Rock?

Wired

Either way, it sucks. But at least theres some fun physics to ponder while youre sitting in the repair shop.

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Sony former exec says the company is "printing money" by releasing PlayStation games on PC

TechSpot

In a recent interview, Shuhei Yoshida confirmed the "rumors" that everyone in the gaming industry has known for years: Sony is making substantial profits from PC conversions of its PlayStation blockbusters while simultaneously expanding its market reach, particularly where PCs are the dominant gaming platform.

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Roll Over Shakespeare: ChatGPT Is Here

Wired

Theater productions Doomers and McNeal tackle AIs impact on humanity and the creative process.

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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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HP forced customers to wait 15 minutes for tech support - on purpose - backpedaled after backlash

TechSpot

The Register reports that HP intentionally forced customers to wait 15 minutes when trying to reach tech support. The "minimum" wait time idea mentioned in an internal memo that The Register obtained was floated as a way to push users to go online and look for "self-support" as the company.

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Write Warz developers on how creative writing makes a hilarious party game

VentureBeat

Write Warz is an upcoming party game centered around communal creative writing. Boltz Entertainment describes how it came together.

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How to watch F1 2025 online for free

Mashable Tech

TL;DR: Watch 2025 F1 live streams for free anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. This season of F1 is set to be a classic. There are so many interesting storylines to keep tabs on. Can Max Verstappen defend his title? Can McLaren continue their form from the end of last season? Are Mercedes going to dominate again? Will Ferrari make the leap and compete at the top of the standings?

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What Are Those Weird Devices Basketball Players Are Holding?

Wired

Palm-cooling devicesdesigned to help humans bounce back quickly from exertion and heat stress by chilling their palmsare showing up on sidelines, in training camps, and wherever the heat is on.

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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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What to expect at Mobile World Congress 2025: Nothing, Samsung, Xiaomi and more

Engadget

On March 3, Mobile World Congress will kick off in Barcelona, Spain. While its not the premier show it once was, many of the smartphone industrys leading players still attend the conference and frequently launch new devices there. Typically, we hear from companies like Lenovo, Arm, Xiaomi, Dell and more at the conference, as well as standards organizations like the GSMA on developments in areas like 5G or SIM technology.

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The Ozempic Shortage Is Over

Wired

The semaglutide shortage has officially ended in the USwhich means the GLP-1 drug industry is about to undergo massive changes.

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I’ve been using Apple AirTags for months, and this 4-pack deal is an absolute steal

Mashable Tech

SAVE OVER $20: The Apple AirTag four-pack is on sale for $69.99 at Best Buy , saving you $29.01 off the regular price of $99. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 4-Pack $69.99 at Best Buy $99.00 Save $29.01 Get Deal I've been using Apple AirTags for a while now, and I can't tell you how much of a relief it is to know I can find all of my important stuff with a tap of my iPhone.

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Bring the noise: F1 considering the return of the V10s

Ars Technica

High-revving naturally aspirated engines and their associated screaming soundtracks might be on their way back to Formula 1. Not with next year's rule changes that will see even bigger lithium-ion batteries and an even more powerful electric motor, paired with a turbocharged V6. But the sport is starting to think more seriously about the technical rules that will go into effect in 2030, and in an Instagram post yesterday, the man in charge of those rules signaled that he's open to cars that migh

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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.