April, 2025

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4 Ways Nonprofits Can Beat AI Blandification

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Greg Fine a marketing consultant who leverages 30 years of for-profit marketing and advertising experience to help nonprofits create larger-than-life giving campaigns and marketing that connect. At face value, AI appears to be a gift from the fund development and marketing gods. AI tools seemingly transform campaign development from a hands-on, intensive process into hit-enter ease.

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Aligning People. Building Culture. Driving Change. 

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What do the most successful associations have in common? Its not the size of their staff, their budget, or even the latest tech. Its the ability to bring people together around a shared vision, foster a culture that empowers them, and take meaningful action when it matters most. In a world where complexity is the norm and expectations are constantly evolving, association leaders face a critical challenge: how to remain relevant, mission-driven, and impactful while navigating ongoing transformati

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Deep sea craft filmed unprecedented footage of a colossal squid

Mashable Tech

Scientists previously captured rare footage of a giant squid. Now, they've filmed another huge squid species — the colossal squid. The first specimens of the colossal squid ( Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni ) were formally described by biologists a century ago, in 1925. These deep sea dwellers, which live exclusively in Antarctic waters, are rarely seen, so they're largely mysterious.

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Promoted to a leadership role? Here’s how to make the ‘player-to-coach’ transition seamlessly

Fast Company Tech

Who am I to tell them how to make decisions? This anxiety-induced thought played like a broken record in my head as my first leadership training event approached in my new role as a training director. Talking in front of 40 leaders, most of whom were older than my ripe old age of 30 at the time felt like the perfect opportunity for them to see right through my lack of expertise and expose me as the fraud I was.

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A New Look At Grant Management: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phill Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants 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. Join Gareth Webb and Phil Selley in this new session as they walk through the grant lifecycle, highlighting key operational and financial challenges

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Mike Lindell’s lawyers used AI to write brief—judge finds nearly 30 mistakes

Ars Technica

A lawyer representing MyPillow and its CEO Mike Lindell in a defamation case admitted using artificial intelligence in a brief that has nearly 30 defective citations, including misquotes and citations to fictional cases, a federal judge said. "[T]he Court identified nearly thirty defective citations in the Opposition. These defects include but are not limited to misquotes of cited cases; misrepresentations of principles of law associated with cited cases, including discussions of legal principle

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HubSpot — The Anti-CRM CRM for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Amy Rose , Co-CEO, and Brian Greenwald , Co-CEO, at Benevolent Tech – a strategic services firm of nonprofit superfans dedicated to helping for-purpose organizations thrive. The nonprofit sector in the United States stands at a crossroads. This is certainly due to the global, social, and political climate, however its also due to trends that are transforming the tech industry itself.

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Will Your Organization Be a Case Study for Innovation—or Irrelevance?

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Its a bold questionbut its the one association leaders must ask themselves today: Are we writing our own case study in innovation, or are we inching toward irrelevance while clinging to yesterdays strategies? The truth is disruption doesnt ask for permission. It doesnt care if youve had a stellar year or if your team just got comfortable with your new AMS.

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California Admits AI Was Used to Write Bar Exam Plagued by Problems

Futurism

Now here's a legal-drama-worthy twist in the recent spate of dumb lawyers getting caught using AI : it turns out that the very bar exam administered to aspiring attorneys in California was itself created with the help of a large language model, The Los Angeles Times reports. The admission was made by the State Bar of California on Monday, following complaints about the quality of the test's questions, and numerous glitches experienced by test-takers when they took it in February.

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Amazon’s book sale crashes Independent Bookstore Day—and readers are pushing back

Fast Company Tech

Independent bookstores have long been champions of community, curiosity, and cultureand on Saturday, April 26, they get their moment in the spotlight. Independent Bookstore Day , a nationwide celebration of indie bookstores, invites readers to shop locally and support the spaces that keep storytelling vibrant. But this year, the festivities come with a wrinkle: Amazon is holding a major book sale at the same time, and many booksellers and readers aren’t having it.

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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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FBI offers $10 million for information about Salt Typhoon members

Ars Technica

The FBI is offering $10 million for information about the China-state hacking group tracked as Salt Typhoon and its intrusion last year into sensitive networks belonging to multiple US telecommunications companies. Salt Typhoon is one of a half-dozen or more hacking groups that work on behalf of the Peoples Republic of China. Intelligence agencies and private security companies have concluded the group has been behind a string of espionage attacks designed to collect vital information, in part f

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How Californias high-speed rail is already helping the planet

Mashable Tech

For supporters of rail travel, which offers more environmental benefits than autos or planes , Earth Day 2025 is the best of times and the worst of times. Best of times: Privately-funded Brightline is in pre-construction for a project connecting Las Vegas to the L.A. suburb of Rancho Cucamonga , while boasting impressive ridership on its Miami-to-Orlando route.

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Announcing the 2025 Nonprofit Tech for Good Survey! ✅

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Do you work with a nonprofit, charity, or NGO? If yes, please share your knowledge and experience by taking the 2025 Nonprofit Tech for Good Survey ! The survey consists of 20 easy-to-answer questions about website and email marketing, online fundraising, social media marketing, and artificial intelligence. Depending upon your answers, the survey only requires 3-7 minutes to complete.

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The Future of Associations: Key Takeaways from Association 4.0™ 

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The association industry is at a crossroads. The rapid pace of digital transformation, changing member expectations, and economic uncertainty require associations to rethink their business models and adapt to new realities. Association 4.0 : Positioning for Success in an Era of Disruption provides a roadmap for associations to thrive in this evolving landscape.

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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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Thailand Deploys Humanoid Robot Dressed in Police Uniform

Futurism

Unperturbed by the dystopian optics, the Royal Thai Police have deployed a humanoid police robot during a festival. As the Straits Times reports , the unsettling robot, dubbed "AI police cyborg 1.0" even though it's technically more of an android and not a cyborg surveyed the streets during the country's Songkran festival using 360-degree cameras.

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Major U.S. banks pause data sharing with this federal bureau after a cyberattack exposed sensitive information

Fast Company Tech

Several of the largest U.S. banks are reportedly pausing or reassessing how they send sensitive information to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) following a major cyberattack on the regulator. JPMorgan Chase and Bank of New York Mellon have halted electronic information-sharing with the OCC, Bloomberg reported. Bank of America is working to transmit data through what it considers more secure electronic channels, according to the report.

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New study shows why simulated reasoning AI models don’t yet live up to their billing

Ars Technica

There's a curious contradiction at the heart of today's most capable AI models that purport to "reason": They can solve routine math problems with impressive accuracy, yet when faced with formulating deeper mathematical proofs found in competition-level challenges, they often fail. That's the finding of eye-opening preprint research into simulated reasoning (SR) models, initially listed in March and updated in April, that mostly fell under the news radar.

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How to file for an extension on your taxes

Mashable Tech

Taxpayers are preparing for the annual filing deadline, and (hopefully) keeping a keen eye out for potential tax scams. Many may be looking for a little more help, or time, to complete their federal returns safely and efficiently. SEE ALSO: REAL ID deadline is weeks away. Here's what you need to know. And for those who find themselves knocking on the door of Tax Day (that would be Tuesday, April 15) without a completed return — whether due to procrastination, an exceptionally complicated t

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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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[Free Webinar] 5 Reasons Why Broadcast Text Messaging is the Future for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

In the nonprofit sector, effective communication is pivotal for increasing donations, promoting advocacy, and mobilizing communities. Organizations need to choose communication strategies that are effective, scalable, and cost-efficient. While peer-to-peer text messaging has long been used for direct supporter engagement, broadcast text messaging is emerging as the superior solution for nonprofits.

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This AI already writes 20% of Salesforce’s code. Here’s why developers aren’t worried

VentureBeat

Salesforce reveals how AI now writes 20% of its code but developers aren't vanishing they're evolving into strategic architects who orchestrate AI systems while focusing on customer needs and business value.

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Former OpenAI Staffers Implore Courts to Block What It's Trying to Do

Futurism

Nearly ten years ago, tech tycoons Sam Altman and Elon Musk launched OpenAI with a promise to develop AI tech to further the good of humanity. But as the years passed and the market surrounding artificial intelligence grew, so too did the ambitions of OpenAI's executives (Musk flamed out from the venture in 2019, and now runs his own AI company, called xAI.

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What Apple is doing with 25,000 acres of former cattle pastures in Brazil

Fast Company Tech

For decades, huge swaths of Brazils Cerrado ecosystem have been used to support the global demand for burgers. Forests and grasslands were replaced by pastures along with farms growing soy to feed cattle. But a major restoration project is now underway on an area nearly twice as large as Manhattan. If you fly over one part of southwestern Brazil, youll see a patchwork of dozens of square plots where a local university is studying different methods of helping native plants regrow on former cattle

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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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An Ars Technica history of the Internet, part 1

Ars Technica

In a very real sense, the Internet, this marvelous worldwide digital communications network that youre using right now, was created because one man was annoyed at having too many computer terminals in his office. The year was 1966. Robert Taylor was the director of the Advanced Research Projects Agencys Information Processing Techniques Office. The agency was created in 1958 by President Eisenhower in response to the launch of Sputnik.

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Netflix tests out new AI search engine for movies and TV shows powered by OpenAI

Mashable Tech

Black Mirror may be able to draw inspiration for future episodes from the very platform it streams on. Netflix has just recently rolled out access to a new AI search engine tool to some of its subscribers, according to a report from Bloomberg. The AI search engine, which is powered by ChatGPT creator OpenAI, takes Netflix's search capabilities beyond looking up movies and TV shows by title, genre, or actor.

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[Free Mini Webinar] How Nonprofit Professionals Can AI-Proof Their Careers

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Early adopter marketing and fundraising professionals are experimenting with generative AI, but as we speed towards achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI), working with predictive and agentic AI are also must-have skills of the future. Join this free 20-minute webinar to become AI-literate in the concepts most immediately to impact your career so you can start the process of upskilling now and thrive in your career for years to come.

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Anthropic just analyzed 700,000 Claude conversations — and found its AI has a moral code of its own

VentureBeat

Anthropic's groundbreaking study analyzes 700,000 conversations to reveal how AI assistant Claude expresses 3,307 unique values in real-world interactions, providing new insights into AI alignment and safety.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.