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Comcast president bemoans broadband customer losses: “We are not winning”

Ars Technica

Comcast executives apparently realized something that customers have known and complained about for years: The Internet provider's prices aren't transparent enough and rise too frequently. This might not have mattered much to cable executives as long as the total number of subscribers met their targets. But after reporting a net loss of 183,000 residential broadband customers in Q1 2025, Comcast President Mike Cavanagh said the company isn't "winning in the marketplace" during an earnings call t

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Adobe releases ‘created without generative AI’ tag to label human-generated art

Fast Company Tech

The ever-increasing power of generative AI has divided the graphic design community. Many are embracing the tools in their workflows, while others believe theyve stolen from culture and commoditized a craft. In any case, we all live in a strange time, when people are often presenting fully generative work as their own. Sometimes thats innocuous. And sometimes thats icky.

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New Android spyware is targeting Russian military personnel on the front lines

Ars Technica

Russian military personnel are being targeted with recently discovered Android malware that steals their contacts and tracks their location. The malware is hidden inside a modified app for Alpine Quest mapping software, which is used by, among others, hunters, athletes, and Russian personnel stationed in the war zone in Ukraine. The app displays various topographical maps for use online and offline.

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Elon Musk Has a Huge Problem With His Republican Fans: They're Ditching Their Teslas

Futurism

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's well-documented shift to the far right has proven disastrous for the carmaker's brand. On Tuesday, the company revealed that its net income had plummeted by an astonishing 71 percent. Sales have plummeted across the globe as consumers are becoming wary of being associated with the highly divisive personality. And as The Economist points out , it's not just progressive voters who've become turned off from the carmaker's offerings.

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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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Perplexity will come to Moto phones after exec testified Google blocked access

Ars Technica

Google's antitrust remedy trial started this week, and the Department of Justice has produced several witnesses to testify about how Google's stranglehold on search has slowed their innovation. On day three, Perplexity Chief Business Officer Dmitry Shevelenko told the court that Google blocked Perplexity from being bundled with Motorola phones, which is precisely the kind of anticompetitive behavior that got it in hot water.

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Microsoft is allegedly paying low performers to quit

Fast Company Tech

The tech industry is often cautious about tying layoffs to performance, even if it might play a role in who gets dismissed during widespread job cuts. But this year has signaled a noticeable shift in how some of the biggest players in tech approach layoffs: Earlier this year, Meta cut more than 3,000 employees in a move that the company framed as non-regrettable attrition.

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Remedy will launch FBC: Firebreak on PC and consoles worldwide on June 17

VentureBeat

Remedy Entertainment announced FBC: Firebreak will launch worldwide on June 17 on the PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) and the consoles.

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Venus, Saturn planet parade will make a rare smiley face with the crescent moon: Best time to see April 2025 triple conjunction

Fast Company Tech

Rare cosmic events can feel like being smiled down upon from up above. However, on the morning of April 25, an actual smiley face will appear in the skykind of. Venus, Saturn, and the moon will align in a pattern called a triple conjunction. Given the moon will be in its crescent form, the lineup will resemble a smiley face, but only for a short time on Friday morning. “Venus is higher above the eastern horizon with Saturn lower, and a thin, crescent moon a bit lower and a little farther n

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Roku tech, patents prove its potential for delivering “interruptive” ads

Ars Technica

Roku, owner of one of the most popular connected TV operating systems in the country, walks a fine line when it comes to advertising. Roku's OS lives on low-priced smart TVs, streaming sticks, and projectors. To make up the losses from cheaply priced hardware, Roku is dependent on selling advertisements throughout its OS, including screensavers and its home screen.

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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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Big boards to mock drafts: Your 2025 NFL Draft online resource guide

Mashable Tech

The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as teams look to land their next big star from a deep pool of collegiate talent. If the draft feels overwhelming, you're not alone. With hundreds of college prospects, complex draft mechanics, and constant speculation about which teams are eyeing whom, it can be a lot to take in.

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OneCause Introduces OneCause Tap to Simplify Nonprofit Event Management

NonProfit PRO

OneCause launched OneCause Tap in its Event Admin app, enabling nonprofits to capture supporter payment information at check-in.

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In a Boon for Tesla, Feds Weaken Rules for Reporting on Self-Driving

Wired

A new autonomous vehicle framework would also make it easier for Tesla and other companies to research domestically made self-driving cars that dont meet all federal safety standards.

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Music AI Sandbox, now with new features and broader access

DeepMind Blog

Google has long collaborated with musicians, producers, and artists in the research and development of music AI tools. Ever since launching the Magenta project, in 2016, weve been exploring how.

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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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Scientists Find Measles Likely To Become Endemic in the US Over Next 20 Years

Wired

A new study forecasts more than 850,000 measles cases over the next 25 years if US vaccination rates stay the same. Millions of infections are possible if rates drop.

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Evil Geniuses and Theta Labs launch AI chatbot based on esports mascot Meesh

VentureBeat

Evil Geniuses, the well-known esports organization and brand, has launched its Meesh AI chatbot in a partnership with Theta Labs.

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The US Has Spent Over $500,000 on Hyper-Targeted YouTube Ads to Discourage Irregular Migration

Wired

A WIRED investigation reveals that the US Department of Homeland Security has deployed at least 30 YouTube ads since April 1 to threaten irregular migrants with deportation and a ban on reentry.

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The State of DAFs in 2025: Updates on Donor-Advised Funds

Get Fully Funded

Donor-advised funds, or DAFs, have been in the news for a while now. These charitable giving accounts, which are established by individual donors but managed by sponsoring organizations, have historically been a source of excitement for nonprofits. DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations.

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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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Protecting Your Phone—and Your Privacy—at the US Border

Wired

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts explain how to prepare for travel to and from the United Statesand how to stay safe.

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Nonprofit Fraud Prevention: Tips and Tools for Better Security

Donorbox

Did you know that 10% of fraudulent cases worldwide are reported by nonprofit organizations? Nonprofit fraud prevention has become critical as technology continues to evolve and fraudsters become increasingly slick. Keep reading to learn more about nonprofit fraud, how to protect your organization, and how to report the misuse of nonprofit funds. What is Nonprofit […] The post Nonprofit Fraud Prevention: Tips and Tools for Better Security appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Slate Auto’s $25K Electric Pickup Is Here: Pricing, Specs, Range, Release Date

Wired

The modestly priced EV pickup goes 150 miles on a charge and is infinitely customizable. Deliveries start next year.

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Balance-Sheet Philanthropy: The Real Wealth Behind Planned Giving

NonProfit PRO

Theres enormous untapped philanthropic potential sitting in the form non-liquid assets. Let's dive into how your nonprofit can access them.

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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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Chrome is worth around $50 billion, DuckDuckGo CEO guesstimates

TechSpot

Weinberg described his estimate as a "back-of-the-envelope" calculation, based on Chrome's vast user base and global reach a figure that far exceeds previous estimates, such as the $20 billion valuation offered by Bloomberg analyst Mandeep Singh last November. Weinberg added that such a price tag would be well beyond.

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Riding the Leadership Roller Coaster: What Nonprofits Can Learn from Disney

NonProfit PRO

Just like at Disney, a strong workforce is key to long-term success for nonprofits. Here are some Disney leadership practices nonprofits can adopt.

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Gmail’s New Encrypted Messages Feature Opens a Door for Scams

Wired

Google is rolling out an end-to-end encrypted email feature for business customers, but it could spawn phishing attacks, particularly in non-Gmail inboxes.

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Ethically trained AI startup Pleias releases new small reasoning models optimized for RAG with built-in citations

VentureBeat

Pleias emphasizes the models suitability for integration into search-augmented assistants, educational tools, and user support systems.

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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!