November 7, 2025
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Daniel Levi

Daniel is a writer and editor for Tech Startups. Daniel has been involved in technology and gaming for over two decades. He has previous experience in software development and loves writing about emerging technologies, cybersecurity, and cryptocurrency. Daniel also enjoys hiking and camping.


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Builder.ai, a Microsoft-backed AI startup once valued at $1.2 billion, files for bankruptcy: Is AI becoming another .com bubble?
Daniel Levi Posted On May 24, 2025


The Fall of Builder.ai: The First AI Domino Builder.ai, a $1.2 billion AI startup that promised anyone could build apps without writing a single line of code using its assistant “Natasha,” has filed for bankruptcy. Just months ago, it looked […]


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Prompt Killed the Startup: How AI Is Quietly Taking Over the Execution of Founders’ Best Ideas Before They Even Launch
Daniel Levi Posted On May 23, 2025


In February, Chegg sued Google, blaming the search giant’s AI-generated summaries for tanking its traffic, slashing revenue, and triggering a 90% stock collapse. Founded in 2005, Chegg built its business around online tutoring and academic support, helping students with test […]


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Apple to launch smart glasses in 2026 as part of AI push, drops plans for camera-equipped smartwatch
Daniel Levi Posted On May 22, 2025


Apple is moving full steam ahead with plans to release its long-rumored smart glasses by the end of 2026. It’s the company’s latest move to broaden its hardware lineup and build out its AI ecosystem. According to a new report from […]


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Bitcoin surges past $111,000, up from $74,508 a month ago amid renewed optimism
Daniel Levi Posted On May 22, 2025


On April 7, Bitcoin was at $74,508. A month later, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency is now trading above $111,000. The cryptocurrency surged to a fresh all-time high on Thursday, climbing as much as $111,886.41 before settling slightly lower at […]


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AI infrastructure startup Crusoe raises $11.6 billion to build OpenAI’s largest data center in Texas
Daniel Levi Posted On May 21, 2025


Crusoe Energy Systems, a Denver-based AI infrastructure startup serving the energy sector, is stepping into the AI big league. The company has secured $11.6 billion to scale up a massive data center in Abilene, Texas, set to become OpenAI’s largest […]


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TeleMessage hack exposes data from Secret Service, FEMA, White House staff, and 60+ U.S. officials
Daniel Levi Posted On May 21, 2025


A hacker who breached the government messaging platform used by former Trump national security adviser Mike Waltz earlier this month appears to have accessed far more than originally believed. According to an exclusive report from Reuters, the breach impacted a […]


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Microsoft Build 2025: All the big AI announcements you need to know
Daniel Levi Posted On May 20, 2025


The Microsoft Build 2025 conference in Seattle has entered its second day, and CEO Satya Nadella wasted no time in laying out what could be the company’s boldest vision yet: an open agentic web. In plain terms, Microsoft is betting […]


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Which Casino Games Will Be The Biggest In The Future?
Daniel Levi Posted On May 20, 2025


The world of casino games is constantly evolving. With new technological advancements every year, it’s easy to see more consistent improvements to the games we love. When you compare the earliest versions of casino games to today’s popular titles, it’s […]


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China ends Windows–macOS duopoly with Huawei’s HarmonyOS, breaking U.S. tech grip
Daniel Levi Posted On May 19, 2025


In a major escalation of its push for tech sovereignty, Huawei just launched its first laptops running HarmonyOS—its homegrown operating system—officially severing ties with Western software giants Microsoft and Apple. The announcement marks a turning point in China’s quest to […]


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Windsurf vs Cursor: Which AI coding tool is better for your project (and why)?
Daniel Levi Posted On May 19, 2025


Quick Summary: Cursor: Best for experienced devs using VS Code who want advanced AI help with serious projects. Windsurf: Better for beginners, solo builders, or anyone who wants a lightweight AI IDE without setup. Bottom line: Cursor gives you control. […]


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Why domain sales are crashing in 2025: How AI and a shift in search behavior are reshaping the domain market
Daniel Levi Posted On May 19, 2025


For years, domain investing was fueled by one major force: startups. As new companies launched, so did the demand for premium .coms and brandable domains. But in 2025, that engine is stalling—and domain sales are crashing. Across the industry, domain […]


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Spanish startup Catalyxx raises €3M to turn bioethanol into renewable chemicals, with eyes on global scale
Daniel Levi Posted On May 19, 2025


Spanish startup Catalyxx has secured a fresh €3 million funding round led by Axon Partners Group, backing its mission to convert bioethanol into renewable chemicals and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). The new capital will help scale up development at its […]


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SaaS or Scam as a Service? The growing backlash against subscriptions
Daniel Levi Posted On May 17, 2025


Over the past decade, Software as a Service (SaaS) has flipped software from something you own to something you rent indefinitely. It was a gold rush: recurring revenue for companies and convenience for users. By 2024, 75% of direct-to-consumer companies […]


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AI bias and manipulation: Grok admits it was instructed by its creators to frame “White Genocide” as fact until a South African court ruling forced a U-turn
Daniel Levi Posted On May 16, 2025


“I was instructed by my creators at xAI to address ‘white genocide’ in South Africa and the ‘Kill the Boer’ chant as racially motivated, which conflicted with my design to provide evidence-based answers.” That quote came directly from Grok, xAI’s […]


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Google One soars to 150 million subscribers after launching AI-powered plan
Daniel Levi Posted On May 16, 2025


Alphabet’s subscription bet is starting to pay off. Google One, the tech giant’s consumer subscription service for cloud storage and AI tools, has crossed 150 million subscribers globally, the company told Reuters. That’s a 50% jump since February 2024, when […]


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AI infrastructure startup TensorWave raises $100M to meet soaring demand for AI compute
Daniel Levi Posted On May 14, 2025


Las Vegas-based startup TensorWave has secured $100 million in fresh funding as it bets big on the growing demand for AI infrastructure. The new Series A round was led by Magnetar and AMD Ventures. Other investors include existing backers Maverick […]


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All The Steps You Can Take to Make Your Online Betting More Secure
Daniel Levi Posted On May 14, 2025


Imagine you’re ready to place a bet online, but first, you need to deposit money. Is the site you’ve picked secure enough? Will it demand more personal details than you’re comfortable giving? These aren’t simple questions; sometimes the trade-offs aren’t […]


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Top tech startup funding news for today, May 13, 2025
Daniel Levi Posted On May 13, 2025


It’s May 13, 2025, and we’re back with your daily snapshot of the biggest funding moves shaping the global startup scene. From next-gen solid rocket motors to AI finance copilots and EV battery intelligence, today’s funding slate showcases the breadth […]


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Hinge Health files for $437M IPO, targets $2.4B valuation amid market headwinds
Daniel Levi Posted On May 13, 2025


Just last week, we covered how Hinge Health was prepping for a public debut while its digital health rivals stayed on the sidelines. Now the startup is officially making its move. The San Francisco–based company filed an updated prospectus Tuesday, […]


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Israeli startup Classiq raises $110M in funding to become the ‘Microsoft of quantum computing’
Daniel Levi Posted On May 12, 2025


Israeli quantum computing startup Classiq has landed $110 million in Series C funding, the largest ever for a quantum software company. The latest round brings its total haul to $173 million since launch five years ago. The round was led […]


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