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Next-Gen Nonprofit Fundraising: How Personalization Powers Success

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director at iMission a full-service digital-first marketing agency working exclusively with nonprofits and social sector organizations. Successful nonprofit fundraisers have always understood the power of personalization in effective communications. Tailoring messages to resonate with individual donor interests and giving levels fosters stronger connections and inspires greater generosity.

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Young Coders Are Using AI for Everything, Giving "Blank Stares" When Asked How Programs Actually Work

Futurism

For years, the conventional wisdom for wide-eyed youngsters about to enter the job market was "learn to code." Now, it seems like some of the programmers themselves could use the same advice. That's according to Namanyay Goel, an experienced developer who's not too impressed by the new generation of keyboard-clackers' dependence on newfangled AI models.

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A company is returning to the moon. Heres how it will avoid tipping again

Mashable Tech

When Intuitive Machines became the first private space company to land on the moon , it was hailed as successful, despite its spacecraft breaking a leg and falling to its side. Now, as the Houston-based company seeks to repeat the journey , its executives say they've made improvements to their new spacecraft, Athena, that should help it avoid the problems that impacted the mission in 2024.

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Woman Whose Last Name Is "Null" Keeps Running Into Trouble With Computer Systems

Futurism

Ever felt like you're just not meant for this modern age? Try having the last name "Null." Err, sorry. Please try again. Null is the term used in computer systems the world over to indicate "no value." That's not the same as the number zero, mind you. It's more like telling the computer there's "nothing to see here." So in a field for someone's phone number, for example, a "null" there would mean that no number has been entered.

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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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Trustworthy leaders drive organizational success in the face of rapid change

Fast Company Tech

National Leadership Day, which takes place every Feb. 20 , offers a chance to reflect on what truly defines leadership not just strategy or decision-making, but the ability to build trust. In an era of rapid change, when teams look to leaders for stability and direction, trust is the invisible currency that fuels organizational success. As an economist , I know theres a lot of research proving this point.

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Only 2% of tech jobs are held by Black women. Cristina Mancini knows thats unacceptable.

Mashable Tech

When it comes to the current state of Black women in tech, the vibes are ominous. There's the current war on DEI, with companies like Google and Meta killing their diversity programs. Then there's the desire of Meta's Mark Zuckerberg for more "masculine energy" in corporate America, which only added to the feeling that Silicon Valley was growing ever more hostile to women and People of Color.

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Apple reportedly plans to combine its modem with future processors as a single package

Engadget

Apple introduced its first in-house cellular modem, the C1, last week with the announcement of the not-so-budget iPhone 16e , and while it didnt get into too much detail about it, the company reportedly has some big plans for future iterations. According to Bloomberg s Mark Gurman, Apple intends to eventually meld the modem component into the main processor.

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Scientists Turn James Webb to Examine Black Hole at Center of Our Galaxy and Saw Something Wild

Futurism

The James Webb Space Telescope has peered 13 billion years in the past and tens of billions of light-years away from our planet. And in a recent experiment, scientists decided to look deep into a black hole that's way closer to home where they were met with an explosive light show. As CNN reports , scientists at Northwestern University turned the groundbreaking space telescope onto Sagittarius A*, the central black hole at the heart of our Milky Way Galaxy that's about 26,000 light-years away f

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Intuitive Machines is expected to launch its second lunar lander this week

Engadget

Intuitive Machines, the company that pulled off the first-ever commercial moon landing this time last year with its Odysseus spacecraft, is gearing up for another shot at touching the lunar surface. Its second flight under NASAs Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program is scheduled to take off no earlier than Wednesday February 26, launched by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

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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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SAG Awards 2025: How and when to watch Hollywood’s most heartfelt tribute to actors

Fast Company Tech

Its almost time for the most heartfelt accolades of Hollywoods award season. The Screen Actors Guild Awards, hosted by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), is set to take place tonight (Sunday, February 23) at 8 p.m. ET. This tribute to actors gets its emotion from the fact that it is put on by actors.

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Get a portable VPN router for just $150

Mashable Tech

SAVE $69: While supplies last, you can get the Deeper Connect portable VPN router for $149.97 (reg. $219) with free shipping. Opens in a new window Credit: Deeper Network Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router $149.97 $219.00 Save $69.03 Get Deal You’ve been paying for a VPN for how long? Months? Years? That’s a lot of cash for something that just slows down your internet and locks you into another subscription.

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5 tips for mastering virtual communication

Fast Company Tech

Andrew Brodsky is a management professor at McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. He is also CEO of Ping Group and has received numerous awards, including being chosen byPoets & Quantsas one of the Best 40-Under-40 MBA Professors of 2023. Whats the big idea? Instant messaging, email, video calls, and other digital tools have largely replaced in-person communication for most workplaces.

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Get a refurbished MacBook Pro for under $450

Mashable Tech

TL;DR: Get a refurbished 2019 Apple MacBook Pro (i5 2.4GHz, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD) on sale for $424.97 until March 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Refurbished 2019 Apple MacBook Pro (i5 2.4GHz, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD) $424.97 $1,499.00 Save $1,074.03 Get Deal This refurbished Touchbar MacBook Pro is geared up for work, creativity, or marathoning your comfort shows.

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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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Officials Alarmed as Tourists Walk Straight Toward Erupting Volcano Hoping for Awesome Selfies

Futurism

Common sense would dictate you go in the opposite direction of an actively erupting volcano. But the prospect of getting a cool selfie for the 'gram possesses its own powerful gravity, as flabbergasted Italian authorities are discovering. The occasion is the most recent eruption of Sicily's Mount Etna, which blew its top earlier this month. Since then, the volcano, which erupts almost every year, has been oozing lava down onto its snowy slopes, attracting thousands of tourists, including hikers,

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Realize Music launches singing-wellness app

VentureBeat

Hey shower singers, Realize Music has launched its revolutionary singing-wellness app, Realize Music: Sing is now available exclusively on Meta Quest in North America. Realize Music is an odd thing to call a game, but then again it is coming from Mike Wilson, founder of Deepwell and Devolver, and Mark Roemer.

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Start fresh with the Nimble AMS Spring ‘25 release

Nimble AMS

Spring is a time of renewal, and the Nimble AMS Spring 25 release offers fresh product enhancements to improve flexibility, efficiency, and the member experience. From refining payment options to streamlining app building and data organization, the Spring 25 release ensures associations can thrive in this new season. Lets explore the exciting product updates blossoming this spring!

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I read over 50 books a year. Here are my favorite e-readers.

Mashable Tech

While you can't replace the feel of paper, the beauty of bound hardcovers, and the ritual of turning the page, an e-reader brings convenience and portability that a book just can't beat. Sure, you can throw a book in your tote bag, but what about an entire library? When you think of e-readers, your first thought is likely an Amazon Kindle , and while it wasn't the first e-reader to hit the market, it is indeed the one to dominate it.

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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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Apple’s M4 MacBook Air could be here in just a few weeks

Engadget

We may see the M4 MacBook Air as soon as March. In the Power On newsletter this weekend, Bloomberg s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is readying itself for the launch of the upgraded laptop next month. The company is preparing its marketing, sales and retail teams for the debut, according to Gurmans sources, and its letting inventory of the existing models wind down.

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Subscriptions are overrated — own Microsoft Office Pro for life for just $60

Mashable Tech

TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office Pro 2021 at just $59.97 (reg. $219) and enjoy lifetime access to essential productivity tools. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License $59.97 $219.99 Save $160.02 Get Deal Grab Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for Windows at just $59.97 (reg. $219) and enjoy lifetime access to essential productivity tools.

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Xiaomi announces the upcoming launch of its first AI PC

TechNode

During the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leak livestream last night, Lu Weibing, President of Xiaomi Group, announced the upcoming launch of Xiaomis first AI PC. The specific name of the device has not been disclosed. Lu revealed that the new device will be equipped with a 99Wh ultra-large battery, designed to meet the capacity limit for flights. Ma Zhiyu, Director of Product Marketing at Xiaomi Communications Technology, has already shared an image of a new REDMI laptop packaging, which is expected to be the

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Get Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for life for $55

Mashable Tech

TL;DR: Secure lifetime access to this bundle of Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for $54.97 for a limited time. Opens in a new window Credit: StackCommerce The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License + Windows 11 Pro Bundle $54.97 $438.00 Save $383.03 Get Deal Tired of constant software subscription renewals and unexpected service interruptions?

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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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New long-range Wi-Fi HaLow router hits the market for less than $100, up to 10-mile connectivity

TechSpot

The MM-HL1-EXT sets itself apart from conventional Wi-Fi routers by operating in the 900MHz band in the U.S. while also supporting 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). This dual-band capability allows the router to function as a standalone access point or an extender, improving connectivity in hard-to-reach areas.

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Get a credit card-shaped tracker for just $30

Mashable Tech

TL;DR : Never misplace your wallet again — grab the KeySmart SmartCard for only $29.97 (reg. $39) with free shipping. Opens in a new window Credit: KeySmart KeySmart SmartCard $29.97 $39.99 Save $10.02 Thinnest Card Tracker & Works with Apple Find My Get Deal If you're the forgetful type, you've likely been told to grab the AirTag to track your items (or already invested in it).

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Best Action Cameras (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Wired

Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These photography tools are made for danger.

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for February 23, 2025

Mashable Tech

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating!

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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.