@gffg2019 If it’s issued in the name of the tech startup and not the company you are paid from, it’s either they are using a third party payroll vendor or it’s shady.
Google the name of the company that you receive pay from.
@reebs When you want to terminate a contract, it’s either you serve the notice or pay in lieu for those months you don’t serve. If you don’t want to pay, wait till the contract lapses.