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Nickie Louise

Nickie is a writer, editor, and co-founder of TechStartups.com based in the Washington Metropolitan Area. She covers early-stage startups, AI, emerging technologies, cryptocurrencies, gaming, and gadgets. When she’s not writing about innovation, Nickie enjoys crafts, spending time with her family and children, hiking, and exploring God’s majestic creation.


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FinTech startup Tipalti lands $150M in growth funding from JPMorgan Chase Bank and Hercules Capital
Nickie Louise Posted On May 16, 2023


Tipalti, a global payables automation platform and the developer of payments and compliance technology, has secured $150 million in growth financing from JPMorgan Chase Bank and Hercules Capital. The latest round brings the company’s total funding to over $550 million. […]


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EU approves Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision, clearing a major hurdle
Nickie Louise Posted On May 15, 2023


The European Union (EU) on Monday approved Microsoft’s proposed $69 billion acquisition of the gaming giant Activision Blizzard. This regulatory clearance marks a major milestone for the acquisition, removing a significant hurdle in the process. The news comes about three […]


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The best smart-home devices of 2023: Here are the top 10 most searched smart home products
Nickie Louise Posted On May 15, 2023


Smart home devices have grown in popularity in recent years due to advances in technology. These devices offer a multitude of benefits that enhance the overall convenience, comfort, and security of your living space. By leveraging advanced technology, these devices […]


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Australia’s Aristocrat Leisure to acquire Israeli online iLottery gaming provider NeoGames for $1 billion
Nickie Louise Posted On May 15, 2023


Australia’s Aristocrat Leisure announced on Monday it has agreed to acquire Israel-based online interactive lottery solutions provider NeoGames SA in a deal valued at around $1 billion, Reuters reported. The Sydney, Australia-based Aristocrat said the acquisition of NeoGames will provide […]


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Elon Musk names Linda Yaccarino as new Twitter CEO
Nickie Louise Posted On May 12, 2023


After multiple hours of rumors and media reports, Elon Musk confirmed in a tweet Friday that he has NBCUniversal global advertising chief Linda Yaccarino as the new Twitter CEO. Yaccarino also announced she has resigned from her current position at […]


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Linda Yaccarino reportedly to become the new Twitter CEO, reigniting fears of censorship and shadow banning
Nickie Louise Posted On May 12, 2023


Linda Yaccarino, NBCUniversal’s head of advertising, is in talks to become the new CEO of Twitter, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the situation. Elon Musk has not directly confirmed the report, but it appears […]


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Elon Musk says he’s stepping down as Twitter CEO, unnamed female CEO for X/Twitter to start in 6 weeks
Nickie Louise Posted On May 11, 2023


After weeks of rumors, Elon Musk finally made it official that he would be stepping down as the CEO of Twitter and and that he will shift to a product and technical role. In a post, Musk stated that the […]


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SoftBank posts record $32 billion loss at its Vision Fund venture arm, just 6 months after it reported a $50B loss
Nickie Louise Posted On May 11, 2023


SoftBank, the Japanese conglomerate that was once considered a high-flyer with billions in profit, has become a money-losing machine after it reported losses for three consecutive quarters. This year, SoftBank had another challenging year for its flagship investment unit. The company’s investment […]


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This year’s Google I/O summarized in 14 seconds
Nickie Louise Posted On May 11, 2023


Google held its annual I/O keynote event yesterday. But unlike in previous years when the search giant focused on the usual format of introducing new gadgets and software, this year artificial intelligence took center stage as Alphabet’s Google unveiled its […]


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Crosspoint Capital acquires Canadian cybersecurity firm Absolute Software for $657 million
Nickie Louise Posted On May 11, 2023


Crosspoint Capital has reached an agreement to acquire Vancouver, Canada-based-based Canadian cybersecurity firm Absolute Software in a deal valued at $657 million. In an announcement on Thursday, Absolute Software said that it had accepted a private acquisition offer from Crosspoint […]


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Vanity Awards: The Latest Deception in the Crypto Industry
Nickie Louise Posted On May 11, 2023


Every year, companies around the world release lists that document their favorite entrepreneurs, companies, or industry trends that they’ve experienced throughout the year. In any industry you look at, you’ll be able to find a range of awards that people […]


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Datanomix secures $12M in growth funding to expand its production intelligence platform for industrial manufacturers
Nickie Louise Posted On May 10, 2023


It feels like just yesterday, but it has been four years since our last coverage of Datanomix. Back then, the Nashua, New Hampshire-based startup, which provides operational insights to industrial manufacturers through its manufacturing analytics platform, raised $2 million in […]


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Cybersecurity startup SquareX launches out of stealth with $6M in funding led by Sequoia Capital to secure your online activities
Nickie Louise Posted On May 10, 2023


In the current era of cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), professionals rely heavily on web browsers to carry out various online activities such as sending and receiving emails, creating and sharing documents, transferring files, streaming content, banking, and shopping. This shift has […]


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Twitter will soon allow you to make calls and send encrypted messaging, Elon Musk says
Nickie Louise Posted On May 10, 2023


Some thought Elon Musk was out of his mind when he acquired Twitter in 2022 for a staggering amount of $44 billion. Last year, Musk announced his plans to create “Twitter 2.0 The Everything App.” It now appears that Musk has […]


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Lucem Health lands $7.7M in funding led by Mayo Clinic to transform healthcare delivery using clinical AI
Nickie Louise Posted On May 9, 2023


Lucem Health is a North Carolina-based health tech startup changing the game in healthcare delivery by utilizing cutting-edge clinical AI technology to provide reliable, useful, and practical point-of-care solutions. The two-year-old startup connects data scientists who develop predictive AI models […]


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Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz ranks in the top 5 of CNBC’s 2023 Disruptor 50 list with a $10 billion valuation
Nickie Louise Posted On May 9, 2023


CNBC, a business and finance news outlet owned by NBCUniversal, has released its 2023 Disruptor 50 list. The eleventh annual Disruptor 50 list showcases private tech startup companies that are disrupting the industry through innovation and bringing radical changes. Despite […]


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Binance to add Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs to Binance NFT Marketplace
Nickie Louise Posted On May 9, 2023


Two years ago, Binance unveiled its NFT marketplace where users can create, buy and sell digital collector’s items. At the time, Binance said its crypto exchange platform would operate two markets: a premium venue for top auctions and exhibitions and […]


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Israeli startup 8fig raises $140M to boost e-commerce SMBs amidst economic turmoil
Nickie Louise Posted On May 9, 2023


While many businesses struggled during the pandemic years, e-commerce companies continued to thrive as consumers increasingly turned to online transactions. In 2021 for example, retail e-commerce sales amounted to nearly $5.2 trillion worldwide. This number is forecast to grow by […]


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Intel plans fresh round of layoffs following the biggest quarterly loss in company history
Nickie Louise Posted On May 8, 2023


Late last month,  Intel reported its first-quarter results with a staggering 133 percent annual decline in the earnings per share, making it the biggest quarterly loss in company history. The company revenue also fell by nearly 36 percent to $11.7 billion. […]


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Mayfield raises nearly $1 billion for its two venture funds to invest in early-stage startup companies
Nickie Louise Posted On May 8, 2023


Mayfield, a venture capital firm with a five decades history, announced today that it has secured $955 million in total for two venture capital funds. The first fund, Mayfield XVII, raised $580 million and will invest in seed and Series […]


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