January 11, 2026
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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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Walmart partners with OpenAI to let shoppers buy directly in ChatGPT
Daniel Levi Posted On October 15, 2025


The way people shop online is about to shift again — this time, inside a chat window. Walmart has teamed up with OpenAI to let shoppers purchase products directly in ChatGPT, signaling a new chapter in how retail meets artificial […]


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Smartlens raises $5.2M in funding to revolutionize glaucoma care with world’s first electronics-free smart contact lens
Daniel Levi Posted On October 14, 2025


For millions living with glaucoma, vision loss often creeps in silently — not from lack of treatment, but from lack of visibility. Eye pressure, the key indicator of disease progression, fluctuates throughout the day, yet doctors still rely on single […]


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How Are Startups Using AI To Revolutionize The Mobile Gaming Industry?
Daniel Levi Posted On October 14, 2025


The mobile gaming industry is evolving at a staggering pace, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the heart of this transformation. From personalised player experiences to intelligent game design, startups are harnessing AI to disrupt traditional models and redefine what’s […]


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a16z-backed data startups Fivetran and dbt Labs merge to form $600M open data infrastructure powerhouse
Daniel Levi Posted On October 13, 2025


Two of the most recognized names in modern data infrastructure—Fivetran and dbt Labs—are joining forces. The two venture-backed startups, both funded by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), announced they will merge in an all-stock deal that combines their strengths into a single […]


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Brookfield invests $5 billion in Bloom Energy to power AI data centers with clean fuel cells
Daniel Levi Posted On October 13, 2025


The race to build cleaner and smarter data centers just got a major boost. Brookfield Asset Management announced on Monday that it’s investing $5 billion in Bloom Energy to use the company’s fuel cell technology for powering AI-driven data centers. […]


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Nvidia-backed Reflection AI raises $2B at $8B valuation to build superintelligent open-source AI models
Daniel Levi Posted On October 9, 2025


Reflection AI, the New York startup co-founded by former Google DeepMind researchers Misha Laskin and Ioannis Antonoglou, has raised $2 billion in new funding, valuing the company at $8 billion. Barely a year old, Reflection AI is already positioning itself […]


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Microsoft 365 hit by major outage, thousands report service disruptions
Daniel Levi Posted On October 9, 2025


It was mid-afternoon when users across the U.S. suddenly found they couldn’t log into Microsoft 365. The disruption wasn’t subtle — Downdetector recorded over 16,200 reports of issues around 2:33 p.m. ET on Thursday, according to a report from Reuters. […]


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Tesla launches entry-level Model 3 and Model Y, starting at $36,990 amid EV market shake-up
Daniel Levi Posted On October 8, 2025


Tesla has taken a swing at the slowing electric vehicle market by introducing cheaper versions of its best-selling Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV. The move comes just days after the expiration of U.S. federal EV tax credits, signaling […]


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Opera Integrates Decrypt to Deliver Crypto News Directly to Millions of Web Browsers
Daniel Levi Posted On October 8, 2025


Opera, the crypto-friendly browser used by millions of web users daily, has just gotten a neat upgrade courtesy of Decrypt. The influential crypto media organization has partnered with Opera to integrate its news service directly into the latter’s browsers. As […]


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Qualcomm acquires Arduino to deepen its push into robotics
Daniel Levi Posted On October 7, 2025


Qualcomm is making a calculated move to get closer to the grassroots of the robotics industry. The chip giant announced Tuesday that it’s acquiring Arduino, the Italian open-source electronics platform behind a wide range of boards used by tinkerers, DIY […]


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Perplexity drops $200 paywall on Comet AI browser as Eric Schmidt backs Altera’s game-playing AI agents
Daniel Levi Posted On October 7, 2025


Facing mounting pressure from Big Tech players like Google and OpenAI, as well as rising newcomers like Altera, Perplexity is dropping Comet’s $200 paywall to stay ahead in the AI browser race. Three months after launching Comet as a premium […]


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Recently Funded Startups
Daniel Levi Posted On October 6, 2025


Since the start of the year, investors have poured billions into promising startups — with AI ventures scooping up roughly 60% of the total. This new generation of companies is capturing attention with bold visions and inventive approaches, powered by […]


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AI healthcare startup Heidi raises $65M in series B funding at $465M valuation
Daniel Levi Posted On October 6, 2025


Healthcare AI startup Heidi has secured $65 million in Series B funding, pushing its valuation to $465 million. The round was led by Point72 Private Investments, with continued backing from Blackbird, Headline, and Latitude, the growth fund of Phoenix Court. […]


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How Tech Startups are Innovating the Online Gambling Industry
Daniel Levi Posted On October 6, 2025


By the end of 2025, the global online gambling market is expected to reach $87.7 billion, with mobile gaming accounting for more than 50% of total revenue. The industry is experiencing rapid technological transformation, driven largely by startups, artificial intelligence, […]


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Top 10 Tech News Sites to Follow in 2025
Daniel Levi Posted On October 3, 2025


Each year brings breakthroughs, but 2025 already feels different. Staying informed isn’t optional—it’s survival. 2025 is already shaping up to be a defining year. Agentic AI is moving from concept to application, immersive spatial computing is breaking into the mainstream, […]


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Biotech startup The Cat Health Company raises $1.2M to help cats live longer, healthier lives
Daniel Levi Posted On October 2, 2025


While most startups are chasing the AI wave, one biotech company is setting its sights on a different kind of longevity—extending the lives of cats. The Cat Health Company announced today that it has raised $1.2 million in fresh financing […]


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OpenAI launches Sora 2, an AI video generator that blends creativity with social interaction
Daniel Levi Posted On October 1, 2025


OpenAI is stepping deeper into entertainment and social media with the launch of Sora 2, its latest AI model for generating video and audio, paired with a new social platform simply called Sora. Sam Altman, the company’s CEO, described it […]


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Which Cryptos Are Best for Gaming?
Daniel Levi Posted On September 30, 2025


Gaming is now one of the largest cryptocurrency adopters as players desire to have easy, fast, and safe methods of payment. Whether it is purchasing in-game assets or depositing at online casinos, the necessity of smooth transactions is more than […]


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Crypto.com Under Fire After Bloomberg Reveals Scattered Spider Breach
Daniel Levi Posted On September 30, 2025


A Bloomberg investigation has brought Crypto.com back into the spotlight when it connected the exchange to a 2023 data breach carried out by the hacking group Scattered Spider. The group, which includes Florida teen Noah Urban, has been linked to […]


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AI legal startup Eve hits unicorn status with $103M funding to bring AI to lawyers
Daniel Levi Posted On September 30, 2025


San Francisco-based startup Eve has hit unicorn status after raising $103 million in new funding, pushing its valuation to $1 billion. Spark Capital led the round with participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Menlo Ventures—an investor lineup that […]


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