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Google, on Friday, said it has added a new feature on its Search, Assistant, and Maps products to help users find information on COVID-19 testing centres near them.

While making a coronavirus-related search (for example 'coronavirus testing') on Search and Google Assistant, users will now see a 'Testing' tab on the search results page providing a list of nearby testing labs along with key information and guidance needed before using their services.

On Google Maps, when users search for keywords like "covid testing" or "coronavirus testing", they will see a list of nearby testing labs, with a link to Google Search for the government-mandated requirements, the statement said.

At present, Google has integrated over 700 testing labs on Search, Assistant, and Maps spread across 300 cities, it added.

Google said it is working with authorities to identify and add more testing labs located across the country. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591975026.6837592/Google-to-show-COVID-19-testing-centres-on-Search,-Assistant-and-Maps?ref=audio_experience

French e-commerce startup Mr Suricate announces a second funding round of €2 million with West Web Valley, SWEN Capital Partners and its existing investor Pays De la Loire Participation (SIPAREX).

After 3 years of research and development, the duo launched Mr Suricate in 2018 in a package model, so their corporate clients aren’t hit with any unexpected costs and can continuously monitor and test their websites, in real-time.

Fabrice BECK, President of Mr Suricate, commented: “This second round, which takes place only 15 months after the first, is very important for Mr. Suricate.

Currently, there is no company test on the market like Mr Suricate with the capacity to present a global offer of tools and services.

We are all the more delighted to be able to support Fabrice, Fabien and their teams whose human values ​​join those of SWEN Capital Partners”, commented the SWEN Capital Partners team (quote translated from French). | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591974118.4726334/Nantes-based-Mr-Suricate-raises-€2-million-for-its-AI-driven-web-testing-tech?ref=audio_experience

By Ashish AroraA sales presentation is a defining moment for your organization.

Without question, a solid sales presentation will illustrate the value of your product or service and keep your audience engaged.

To get your next sale, here are seven powerful presentation techniques that will help you convert.

One of the most effective sales presentation techniques is to get feedback throughout your presentation.

By following these sales presentation techniques, you’ll get into the habit of creating a presentation that inspires your audience to take the next steps with you. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591972340.4904833/Sales-Presentation-Techniques:-7-Powerful-Ways-to-Get-That-Sale!?ref=audio_experience

Why are unicorns pushing back IPOs when the Nasdaq is near record highs?

The unicorns are still at it, Vision Fund 2 or no Vision Fund 2.

This week, Instacart announced that it has raised fresh capital at a valuation north of $13 billion.

Both announcements make it plain that late-stage unicorns are still able to attract huge sums despite a putatively uncertain, if recently excitable IPO market.

As the private company’s final investors won’t want to merely break even on their investment, Instacart | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591971409.1849005/Why-are-unicorns-pushing-back-IPOs-when-the-Nasdaq-is-near-record-highs?-–-TechCrunch?ref=audio_experience

ET SpotlightET SpotlightThe Indian start-up scene has long been dominated by men, but slowly but surely female founders are breaking through this status quo.

Tinder recognises this imbalance, and in a women’s day pledge, offered up to $1 million in free in-app ad inventory to women-led businesses.

Ltd. was founded in August 2018 to battle the various problems faced by students in the Indian education system.

This was the turning point of Glossaread’s story of creating accessible, convenient and affordable study materials as per university syllabus.

This is bound to grow with Tinder’s association, and Sonam expressed her excitement by saying, “Tinder is a great platform to reach our target segment. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591970508.8492208/Tinder-invited-applications-from-female-founders-for-free-in-app-ad-inventory:-Introducing-Bhumi-&-Glossaread-Technologies-and-the-women-behind-them?ref=audio_experience

Do you stand day in day out at work?

Nevertheless, you will not believe the amount of people who seek advice for correcting this posture or that posture but will never even consider adjusting their standing position to begin the needed adjustments.

Be continuous and soon you will notice how much range there actually is in the standing position.

This is most importantly when you are standing, or rather your avoidance of excessive standing or maintaining the same standing position.

Here are some of the best drills for improving standing posture. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591969508.4592333/5-Top-Tips-For-Those-Who-Work-Standing-Up?ref=audio_experience

What is one trait entrepreneurs should cultivate in order to become better business people and leaders?

AcceptanceAcceptance is a loaded term and also critical to becoming a better business person and leader.

You’ll accomplish more and become a better leader overall.

AccessibilityOne of the best traits entrepreneurs can develop to become better leaders is to be accessible.

The Ability To Say ‘No’Knowing when to say “no” is an often overlooked skill that’s actually critical to being a focused, responsible business leader. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591968687.875055/15-Key-Traits-Entrepreneurs-Should-Cultivate-to-Improve-Themselves?ref=audio_experience

Trade Hounds, which aims to be the LinkedIn of the construction industry, announced today the close of its $3.2 million seed funding round.

The financing brings Boston-based Trade Hounds’ total venture funding raised to date to about $8.1 million, the company said.

In conjunction with the investment, Trade Hounds announced plans to launch a jobs platform this summer that connects qualified tradespeople with construction companies and staffing firms.

Australian native David Broomhead came up with the idea for Trade Hounds in 2014 after working with his uncle, who operated a construction company.

Photo courtesy of Trade Hounds, Left to Right: Peter Maglathlin and David BroomheadBlogroll Illustration: Li-Anne Dias | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591967797.3801131/Trade-Hounds-Raises-$3.2M-To-Become-The-‘LinkedIn-Of-The-Construction-Industry’?ref=audio_experience

Cue Health Closes $100M Series C Funding Back to HomeSAN DIEGO, CA, Cue Health announced the close of its Series C financing round, raising $100 million in new capital.

Cue Health Inc. ("Cue"), a healthcare technology company, announced today the close of its Series C financing round, raising $100 million in new capital.

Investors in Cue's Series C include Menlo Park-based Decheng Capital, Foresite Capital, Madrone Capital Partners, Johnson & Johnson Innovation - JJDC, Inc., ACME Capital and other investment firms.

Proceeds from the financing will be used to complete development, validation, and scale-up of manufacturing of the Cue Health Monitoring System and Cue Test Cartridges.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC acted as exclusive placement agent for the Series C financing. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591966904.9874167/Cue-Health-Closes-$100M-Series-C-Funding?ref=audio_experience

Grow Credit, a Santa Monica, CA-based minority-led startup financial inclusion platform, received an investment from Mucker Capital.

The deal brought the seed round total to $2M with Mucker joining other investors Jason Robins, CEO and Founder at Draftkings; Sebastien Deguy, VP of 3D at Adobe; and NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl champion Ronnie Lott.

Led by Joe Bayen, CEO and founder, Grow provides a platform enabling consumers to establish or build their credit score for free using new or existing subscriptions including HBO Max, Disney Plus, Netflix, Spotify, and many more.

The platform also allows consumers to establish or build credit using cellphone bills from AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile.

The app is currently available on Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android devices. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1591966004.8635907/Mucker-Capital-Invests-in-Grow-Credit’s-$2M-Seed-Round?ref=audio_experience