Nickie Louise

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Nickie is a writer and editor for TechStartups.com. Nickie loves writing about early-stage startups, new technologies, cryptocurrencies, gaming, and gadgets. When not writing about technology, Nickie enjoys crafts, spending time with family, hiking, and exploring God's majestic creation.

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Fintech startup Anchor raises $20M Series A to automate invoicing and payments for SMB accounting firms

Nickie Louise Posted On January 30, 2025

Billing and collections have long been a headache for businesses—slow, expensive, prone to errors, and vulnerable to fraud. The root of the problem lies in the manual processes baked into every billing cycle. A report by Dun & Bradstreet found […]

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DeepSeek security risk: cybersecurity firm Wiz uncovers AI data leak—fixed in under an hour

Nickie Louise Posted On January 30, 2025

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has dominated headlines for its AI models and has drawn attention for more than just its technology. Its DeepSeek-R1 reasoning model has been praised for matching OpenAI’s o1 in performance while offering a more cost-effective approach. […]

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SoftBank in talks to invest up to $25 billion into OpenAI, reports

Nickie Louise Posted On January 30, 2025

SoftBank is reportedly in talks to invest as much as $25 billion in OpenAI, according to reports from Reuters and the Financial Times, citing a source with knowledge of the discussions. This move comes just days after a Chinese AI […]

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Amazon lays off employees in communications and sustainability units in latest round of cuts

Nickie Louise Posted On January 30, 2025

Amazon is cutting jobs in its communications and sustainability divisions as part of an internal restructuring, according to a memo from Drew Herdener, the executive overseeing both areas. CNBC, which reviewed the memo, reported that the layoffs are part of […]

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Snowflake in talks to acquire data analytics startup Redpanda in latest AI push

Nickie Louise Posted On January 29, 2025

Snowflake is in talks to buy data analytics startup Redpanda as it looks to expand its AI-driven offerings, according to an exclusive report from The Information. Redpanda was valued at around $500 million in 2023, according to a source involved […]

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Forget DeepSeek: Alibaba just unveils new AI model it claims surpasses DeepSeek-V3

Nickie Louise Posted On January 29, 2025

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has sucked the oxygen out of the news cycle over the past week, but it looks like its time at the top might be short-lived. Chinese tech giant Alibaba just rolled out a new version of […]

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SpaceX partners with Apple to bring Starlink connectivity to iPhones

Nickie Louise Posted On January 29, 2025

SpaceX and Apple have reached a partnership agreement to bring Starlink connectivity to iPhones. As part of the plan, Apple’s iPhones are now set to support direct-to-cell coverage through SpaceX’s Starlink network, expanding satellite connectivity options for mobile users in the […]

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Space startup Orbex secures $25M from the UK government to take on SpaceX

Nickie Louise Posted On January 29, 2025

The UK government is investing £20 million ($24.8 million) in Orbex Space, a Scottish space startup aiming to compete with Elon Musk’s SpaceX. The funding, part of a larger round Orbex is raising, was announced at the European Space Conference […]

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OpenAI accuses DeepSeek of stealing its proprietary AI models to train its open-source AI using ‘distillation’ technique

Nickie Louise Posted On January 29, 2025

OpenAI says it has found proof that DeepSeek illegally used its proprietary models to train an open-source competitor, according to a report from the Financial Times. The maker of ChatGPT claims DeepSeek used a method called “distillation,” which allows a […]

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X launches ‘X Money’ with Visa to offer direct payments in a push for Musk’s ‘everything app’

Nickie Louise Posted On January 28, 2025

Elon Musk’s X has teamed up with Visa to roll out ‘X Money,’ a financial service designed to provide direct payment options and digital wallet integration for the platform’s users. According to a report from Reuters, this marks another step […]

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Gov for U.S. government agencies

Nickie Louise Posted On January 28, 2025

OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Gov, its biggest product launch since the enterprise rollout, targeting U.S. government agencies. The announcement comes amid growing buzz around DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough. The new platform, announced Tuesday, marks OpenAI’s biggest product launch since rolling out […]

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman finally breaks silence on DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough—Here’s what he said

Nickie Louise Posted On January 28, 2025

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek sent shockwaves through global markets on Monday, wiping out over $1 trillion in value after its AI chatbot took the number 1 spot Apple App Store, surpassing OpenAI. Dubbed an “AI Sputnik” moment, the launch of […]

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TravelPerk raises $200M at $2.7B valuation, acquires Swiss spend management platform Yokoy

Nickie Louise Posted On January 28, 2025

Barcelona-based corporate travel platform TravelPerk has secured $200 million in fresh funding, pushing its valuation to $2.7 billion, according to a report from CNBC. The investment round included participation from Atomico, EQT, and Noteus Partners, along with existing backers such […]

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Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok, reports

Nickie Louise Posted On January 28, 2025

Microsoft is reportedly in discussions to acquire TikTok amid security concerns. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that Microsoft is exploring a potential acquisition of TikTok, Reuters reported. This follows growing national security concerns surrounding the app’s Chinese ownership. […]

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Analog raises $5M in funding to drive web3 interoperability, hits $300M valuation

Nickie Louise Posted On January 27, 2025

It’s been two years since we last covered Analog, the tech startup behind the blockchain interoperability Proof of Time protocol, which simplifies collaboration across blockchains while ensuring scalability and security. Since 2022, the company has expanded its team to further […]

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DeepSeek, a Chinese AI Startup with a $150M valuation, triggers over $1 trillion in U.S. tech market crash

Nickie Louise Posted On January 27, 2025

U.S. stocks erased over $1 trillion in market value on Monday, driven by a DeepSeek-triggered sell-off. The major shake-up hit global markets on Monday as Chinese AI startup DeepSeek unleashed its R1 model, sending shockwaves through Silicon Valley and wiping out […]

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Nvidia calls DeepSeek R1 model ‘an excellent AI advancement’ despite losing $600 billion in market cap

Nickie Louise Posted On January 27, 2025

Nvidia praised Chinese AI startup DeepSeek’s new R1 model on Monday, even as Nvidia faced its largest single-day loss in history, losing nearly $600 billion in market value. The launch of R1 triggered a wave of uncertainty among investors, raising […]

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EA Sports Faces Soccer Setback While FIFA Eyes Fresh Start With Mythical Games

Nickie Louise Posted On January 27, 2025

Electronic Arts (EA), the video game giant whose soccer simulations have long dominated the genre, has hit an unexpected rough patch. The company’s largest gaming franchise, which rebranded from FIFA to EA Sports FC last year, is experiencing slower-than-anticipated sales […]

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Nvidia loses $600 billion in just 2 hours as DeepSeek’s success raises questions about AI chip spending

Nickie Louise Posted On January 27, 2025

Nvidia saw a sharp 17.55% drop on Monday, leading a global tech sell-off. This massive plunge hit other U.S. tech stocks as well, with companies like Micron, Arm Holdings, Broadcom, and Advanced Micro Devices all feeling the heat. Nvidia’s market […]

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