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As my nonprofit Benetech leaves the California Avenue office space its called home for 20 years, the bittersweet milestone has made me think back about the change I’ve seen over time in the Palo Alto business district.

Most charities have spent little on cybersecurity because of cost — and because they didn’t think they’d be targets. The good news is there’s help to address the threat. Plus, see the rest of our <a href="https://www.philanthropy.com/issue/2022/01-11">January issue<a>, published today.

Advice from technology experts on the steps nonprofits and foundations can take to fend off cybercriminals.

First published in the Daily Maverick 168 weekly newspaper. Just when it seemed South Africa would finally get new spectrum licensed for the first time in 15 years at a month-end auction, a legal spanner has brought it to a halt. As I’ve tried to explain before, the issues are as clear as mud. Telkom, the third-largest operator, complained that the auction rules would favour the two biggest players, Vodacom and MTN, so it sued the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) l...

As a reflection for Black Heritage Month, weve listed tech resources that center or make space for Black Joy. From wellness apps to social media and bail out efforts, the following platforms are building freer futures for us all. We’re experiencing an unprecedented moment and are more physically isolated than ever. Being intentional about holding space for one another collectively is necessary for us to not just survive, but also thrive. To honor Black Heritage Month, we’ve chosen to explor...

Black Tech Matters Launches Hacking Generational Wealth Hackathon with City of Toronto to Build a Financially Equitable Future Share Article Black Tech Matters Launches Hacking Generational Wealth Hackathon to Build a Financially Equitable Future. In Partnership with the City of Toronto and 21st Century Interactive, the Hackathon is Open to Participants across Canada and the US, with Winners Accepted into the BlackTechMatters Accelerator The goal of the hackathon is to connect participants with...