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Genetic testing company 23andMe declares bankruptcy

Ars Technica

The company has secured enough funding to continue operations while a buyer is found, and even though US law limits how genetic data can be used, the pending sale has raised significant privacy concerns. It's an imperfect analysis, but it can often provide a decent big-picture resolution of a person's ancestry.

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New Jersey is suing Discord for allegedly violating child safety laws

Fast Company Tech

The complaint cited a number of instances where adults in New Jersey were accused of using the platform to contact children and attempted to engage in conversation, solicit nude pictures and videos, and engage in sexual performance while video chatting. Discord, for its part, is reportedly denying the attorney general’s claims.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

.orgSource

But a poor web design won’t get anyone on the bad side of the law whereas ignoring those important statements might. Board members are personally responsible for the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This includes the laws relating to financial reporting and fundraising. Is that even possible?

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

Futurism

With StackOverflow, you had to read multiple expert discussions to get the full picture,"opined Goel. "It But if AI just gives the right answer, it isn't forcing newcomers to synthesize different possibilities and really grapple with thinking through the problem. It's sound logic. And some research may back up the sentiment.

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Useful Tips & Resources for Your Nonprofit’s Annual Report

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Even though nonprofit organizations aren’t required by law to publish annual reports, most nonprofit leaders recognize the value annual reports can provide. It’s also helpful to include pie charts, bar graphs, or other visuals that help readers see the big picture and understand financial trends. How do we Handle the Donor Lists?

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Nike is testing NFT trademark law by suing a sneaker reseller

The Verge

Nike is suing an online marketplace for launching non-fungible tokens (NFTs) based on Nike shoes, testing the limits of crypto trademark law and what an NFT actually is. The problem is that Nike shoes are extremely popular on StockX, and its Vault tokens are linked with the name and picture of their corresponding products.

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Why Vulnerable Kids Depend on Government & Big Tech Getting Data Privacy Laws Right

Saleforce Nonprofit

Early detection, coupled with robust reporting, will help law enforcement identify and safeguard potentially thousands of children in urgent need of protection. . When the tech sector does its part, children will be protected and law enforcement can continue its pursuit of offenders on the run. About the Author. Brandon Kaopuiki.

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