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Vervoe launches Skills Advisory and Intelligent Interview Scheduling to extend skills validation across the hiring process

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Company strengthens its leadership team, appointing Kasey Harboe Guentert, Ph.D., as Head of Skills Advisory and Nick Bailey as Chief Revenue Officer

Skills Advisory: a new advisory function that helps enterprises solve their most important skills and selection challenges.Intelligent Interview Scheduling: a new capability that brings interview booking into the platform and carries validated skills evidence into the interview.Two senior appointments to lead the next phase of growth, with the United States a priority market.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vervoe, an AI-powered skills validation platform, today launched two new capabilities, Skills Advisory and Intelligent Interview Scheduling, and announced two senior leadership appointments, as more enterprises move to skills-based hiring and look for credible ways to evaluate how candidates and employees actually perform the work. Kasey Harboe Guentert, Ph.D., joins as Head of Skills Advisory, and Nick Bailey joins as Chief Revenue Officer.

As organizations move away from resumes and credentials as proxies for capability, they increasingly want evidence of demonstrated skills, both when hiring and across their existing workforce. The new capabilities extend Vervoe’s validated skills evidence deeper into the hiring process, and the two appointments give Vervoe the firepower to scale into the enterprise segment globally. The United States is a priority growth market for Vervoe.

Skills Advisory

Skills Advisory is a new function that helps enterprises solve their most important skills and selection challenges, pairing Vervoe’s platform with senior assessment expertise so clients get guidance, not just technology. Led by industrial-organizational psychologist Kasey Harboe Guentert, Ph.D., Vervoe’s skills advisory function works with talent and transformation leaders on the harder questions behind skills-based evaluation: defining the skills that matter for a role, designing assessments that measure them accurately, and building selection processes that are consistent, evidence-based, and defensible. It positions Vervoe as a long-term, strategic partner to its enterprise customers, especially as organizations extend skills validation from hiring into their existing workforce.

Intelligent Interview Scheduling

Recruiters can now schedule interviews for candidates who performed well in the assessment using Vervoe’s new Intelligent Interview Scheduling product.

Unlike scheduling tools that just handle calendars, Vervoe’s Intelligent Interview Scheduling puts each candidate’s assessment results in front of interviewers before they meet. Every interview builds on what the candidate has already shown, instead of starting from scratch. Because Vervoe has already assessed each candidate, interviewers know exactly what to focus on in the interview, making it much more valuable.

It handles the logistics too. Scheduling happens directly in Vervoe, so hiring no longer fragments once a candidate is shortlisted: candidates self-book in minutes, interviewers connect their Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace calendars, and confirmations, reminders, and rescheduling run automatically.

Senior leaders to drive the next phase

Harboe Guentert is an industrial-organizational psychologist who has spent her career building enterprise assessment and selection systems, including senior global assessment and selection leadership at Airbnb, global talent selection at Meta, and seven years at each of SHL and Korn Ferry. Immediately before joining Vervoe she was an executive consultant at APTMetrics, and she is co-author of The Hiring Handbook. As a former chair of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology’s Committee for the Advancement of Professional Ethics, she helped develop guidelines for the ethical use of AI. At Vervoe she leads the new Skills Advisory function and helps establish the company as an authority on skills, assessment, and AI ethics. She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

“I’ve long been passionate about helping organizations understand and evaluate talent in a rapidly changing economic and technological environment,” said Kasey Harboe Guentert, Ph.D., Head of Skills Advisory at Vervoe. “There is a fundamental difference between telling someone what you can do and showing them. Vervoe moves beyond resumes, credentials, and traditional assessments to understand what a candidate or employee can actually do, and what excites me is the chance to bring the latest science and organizational context to how our clients make those decisions.”

Bailey is a revenue leader with more than 20 years of experience in the talent and HR technology markets. He has held revenue leadership roles at Korn Ferry, Oracle, and Workforce Software, an ADP company, and has led both new-business growth and customer retention and expansion across global markets. As Chief Revenue Officer, he is responsible for Vervoe’s revenue growth globally and leads sales, account management, and business development.

“After nearly 20 years building and leading talent acquisition and HCM businesses, I joined Vervoe because it represents where hiring is genuinely heading: skills-based, AI-driven, and focused on outcomes rather than resumes,” said Nick Bailey, Chief Revenue Officer at Vervoe. “It’s the clearest expression of that shift I’ve seen, with proven technology, credible enterprise customers, and a founding team building for global scale. My focus now is taking Vervoe’s strong ANZ foundation and scaling it internationally, particularly across North America and the wider APAC region.”

Harboe Guentert and Bailey work closely to align Vervoe’s advisory and commercial teams around a consistent client experience.

“We’ve built a new enterprise platform business on top of our original point solution foundation, and now we have the senior team to scale it,” said Omer Molad, co-founder and CEO of Vervoe. “For our new skills advisory function we wanted a proven expert in behavioral science and assessments who can work with senior executives and has the grit to build something from the ground up. We ran a global search and Kasey was the standout. And in Nick, we found one of those rare revenue leaders who genuinely cares as much about existing customers as winning new ones, which is exactly how we want to grow.”

About Vervoe

Vervoe is an AI-powered skills validation platform that helps organizations uncover skills at scale and identify the people most likely to succeed. Instead of inferring ability from resumes, credentials, or self-reported profiles, Vervoe enables candidates and employees to prove their skills through realistic, job-related tasks.

The platform uses AI-powered screening, autograded skills assessments, cognitive assessments, and job simulations to show how people perform real work, grades responses consistently at scale, and advances the strongest candidates with Intelligent Interview Scheduling. That same verified skills evidence extends beyond hiring and across the existing workforce, including AI readiness, turning demonstrated performance into decision-ready intelligence. The outcome is better quality of hire, fewer costly mis-hires, and lower risk of attrition from poor hiring decisions, backed by explainable and auditable AI.

Vervoe is trusted by global organizations including Lumen Technologies, OneMain Financial, Kroll, the NHL, Subaru, dentsu, Rentokil, and Australia Post. Learn more at vervoe.com.

Media contact: Ashish Shetty, Head of Growth, ashish@vervoe.com

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iScreen Reaches No. 1 in Graphics & Design Across 94 Markets Following iOS 27 Update

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Extra-large widget experiences, iOS 27-inspired themes and new customization tools drive iScreen’s latest global growth

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — iScreen, a mobile customization app for iOS and Android, announced that it has reached No. 1 in the Graphics & Design category across 94 countries and regions following its latest iOS 27-focused update.

The update expands iScreen’s Home Screen customization experience with new extra-large widgets, iOS 27-inspired themes, layouts optimized for new screen proportions, and AI-assisted design tools.

Extra-Large Widgets

Built for the larger widget canvas available in iOS 27, iScreen’s new extra-large widgets go beyond simply scaling up existing formats. The collection includes Photo, Album, Music, Calendar, Interactive Refrigerator and Quick Launch widgets, among others. Users can also customize content, layouts and visual styles to create more functional and expressive Home Screen experiences.

iOS 27-Inspired Themes and iPhone Duo Theme Support

iScreen has introduced new iOS 27-inspired themes that combine coordinated wallpapers, transparent-style widgets, icons and other visual elements into complete Home Screen setups.

Selected themes have also been optimized for iPhone Duo’s screen proportions and display dimensions, with wallpapers, widgets and icons adjusted to better fit the new format while maintaining a cohesive visual experience.

AI-Assisted Home Screen Design

iScreen is also testing AI Home Screen Designer with a limited group of users. The feature generates coordinated design suggestions based on users’ preferences for style, color and visual elements, combining wallpapers, widgets and icons into a unified setup.

“The latest iOS update has opened up new possibilities for mobile personalization,” said the iScreen team. “We want to turn those capabilities into practical and creative experiences that make Home Screen design easier and more expressive.”

About iScreen

iScreen is a mobile customization app offering widgets, wallpapers, themes and Home Screen customization tools for iOS and Android devices. With more than 100 million users worldwide, iScreen has ranked No. 1 in Graphics & Design across 94 countries and regions and has been featured by Apple Editorial in 128 countries for five consecutive days.

Official Website: iScreen – Phone Style, iScreen it!
iOS Download: ‎‎iScreen – Widgets & Wallpaper App – App Store
Android Download: iScreen Google Play

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JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology Publishes 12-Month Outcomes from Field Medical’s First-in-Human Field PULSE Trial: 94.2% Per-Vein PVI Durability with Optimized Waveform

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Late-breaking HRX data advance Field Medical’s “instantaneous ablation” workflow and expand the clinical evidence for high-voltage focal PFA with the FieldForce™ PFA System

ATLANTA and CARLSBAD, Calif., Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Field Medical, Inc., advancing high-voltage focal pulsed field ablation (PFA) for complex arrhythmias, today announced publication of 12-month results from the first-in-human Field PULSE trial in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology. The findings were presented simultaneously as a Late-Breaking Clinical Trial at HRX Live 2026.

Field Medical developed the FieldForce™ PFA System around a high-voltage focal PFA architecture designed first for the ventricle, where depth, stability and control are among the most difficult challenges in ablation. Field PULSE extends that work into the atrium and evaluates a subsecond point-by-point workflow Field Medical terms “instantaneous ablation.” In this study, the approach was associated with procedural efficiency, durable pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) and flexibility beyond the pulmonary veins, without the need for prolonged catheter stability.

Key Findings:

Procedural efficiency with subsecond focal PFA: 13-minute median elapsed PVI ablation time, with a fastest time of 7.7 minutesDurable PVI with the optimized waveform: 94.2% per-vein durability reflecting progressive improvement with waveform evolutionFlexible focal ablation: 49% of patients received non-PV ablation for additional atrial targetsNo primary safety events were observed80% freedom from atrial arrhythmias at 12 months with the optimized waveform

“Field PULSE demonstrates the feasibility of truly instantaneous focal PFA,” said Vivek Reddy, M.D., co-principal investigator, lead author and electrophysiologist at Mount Sinai Health System. “Delivering the full application in less than 200 milliseconds reduces the need for prolonged catheter stability while preserving the flexibility of point-by-point ablation. The procedural efficiency, safety and pulmonary vein durability observed with the optimized waveform support continued clinical development of this approach.”

The publication builds on Field Medical’s peer-reviewed clinical work in ventricular tachycardia. Six-month outcomes from the company’s first-in-human VCAS trial were published in Circulation in 2025. Field PULSE now adds first-in-human, peer-reviewed atrial data evaluating the same high-voltage focal PFA architecture through a distinct focal workflow in a different cardiac substrate.

“We designed FieldForce to solve some of the hardest problems in focal cardiac ablation, beginning in the ventricle,” said Mark A. Turco, M.D., president and chief executive officer of Field Medical. “Field PULSE demonstrates that the same high-voltage focal PFA architecture can support an ‘instantaneous ablation’ workflow in the atrium. This growing body of evidence reinforces the range of the platform: depth and focal control in the ventricle, speed and precision in the atrium, and the versatility to address very different cardiac substrates through a familiar point-by-point approach. These results add important clinical evidence as we continue to advance our differentiated PFA platform.”

The study, “High-Voltage Focal PFA Catheter for ‘Instant’ Point-By-Point Ablation: The First-In-Human FIELD-PULSE Trial to Treat AF,” was published online in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology concurrent with the HRX presentation. DOI: 10.1016/j.jacep.2026.09.001.

About Field Medical®, Inc.
Field Medical is a clinical-stage medical technology company committed to advancing pulsed field ablation (PFA) solutions for complex cardiac arrhythmias. The company was founded by Steven Mickelsen, M.D., CTO, a pioneer and global thought leader in PFA whose work has helped shape the evolution of the field. The FieldForce PFA System integrates a focal catheter design with proprietary FieldBending™ energy designed to safely deliver efficient, precise ablation with the goal of improving outcomes in ventricular and atrial arrhythmia treatment. In 2024, Field Medical earned Breakthrough Device Designation and gained entry into the FDA TAP Pilot Program for its ventricular tachycardia indication. In October 2025, the VCAS trial was published in Circulation.

For more information, visit fieldmedicalinc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.

The FieldForce™ PFA System is an investigational device and is limited by federal (or United States) law to investigational use.

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GameSir Announces Official Fortnite Mobile Controller Collection

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Officially Licensed Fortnite Edition Mobile Controllers Deliver Console-Level Precision and Premium Collectible Designs

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GameSir, a global leader in gaming peripherals, announced its collaboration with Fortnite, introducing an all-new collection of officially licensed mobile controllers that combine GameSir’s award-winning technology with one of the world’s most iconic games.

Launching with the GameSir G8 Plus Fortnite Edition and GameSir X5 Lite for XBOX Fortnite Edition, the collection is designed for mobile players who demand more from every match. Featuring premium controller technology that delivers console inspired performance, authentic Fortnite-inspired designs, and an in-game bonus item with every controller, the collection delivers an experience that extends well beyond the hardware.

Facilitated by IMG Licensing, the collaboration brings console-quality precision, comfort, and customization to mobile gaming—whether players are dropping into Battle Royale, Zero Build, Reload, or developer-made games.

“Fortnite has built one of the most passionate communities in gaming, and we’re honored to collaborate on products worthy of that community,” said Eric Bright, Vice President of Partnerships & Product Strategy, North America at GameSir. “Our goal wasn’t simply to build another controller. We wanted to create the ultimate Fortnite experience—from the premium hardware to the authentic character-inspired designs.”

“Fortnite continues to set the standard for how gaming brands connect with players through innovative products and meaningful experiences,” said Louie Sandoval, Vice President of Global Gaming at IMG Licensing. “GameSir has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality gaming peripherals, making them an outstanding partner for this collaboration. We’re excited to see Fortnite fans around the world experience this collection.”

GameSir G8 Plus – Fortnite Edition

The flagship controller for players seeking the ultimate competitive experience.

Drift-resistant Hall Effect sticks for lasting precisionMappable rear buttons for faster edits and personalized controlsConsole-inspired ergonomics for extended gaming sessionsMulti-platform compatibility across today’s leading gaming devicesFortnite-inspired artwork and premium collectible packagingFortnite digital in-game bonus item included with every controller. Depending on which controller, players will get the Bully Emote, Burpee Emote, Gun Show Emote,Page-Turner Emote, Go! Go! Go! Emote, or Harmony Emote with their purchase.

GameSir X5 Lite for XBOX – Fortnite Edition

Designed for Fortnite wherever life takes you.

Ultra-lightweight portable designResponsive wired performanceComfortable controls optimized for mobile gameplayFortnite-inspired stylingFortnite digital in-game bonus item included with every controller. Depending on which controller, players will get the Extra Cheese Glider, Storm Sigil Glider, Cerberus Glider, Snow Squall Glider, or On Your Mark… Emote with their purchase.

Choose Your Legend

Fortnite has always been about expressing your unique style. Whether it’s your outfit, your loadout, or your strategy, every player leaves their own mark on the Island.

The GameSir Fortnite Collection celebrates that individuality with collectible character-inspired editions built for every type of player. Whether you choose the flagship G8 Plus, the ultra-portable X5 Lite for XBOX, or your favorite Fortnite character edition, every controller delivers the premium performance GameSir is known for.

Coming Soon

The GameSir Fortnite Collection launches this fall through GameSir.com and select retail partners worldwide, including Amazon, Best Buy, AliExpress, TikTok Shop and Walmart.

Additional product details, pricing, launch timing, and the included digital in-game bonus will be announced soon.

Follow GameSir on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Discord, and Reddit for launch updates, creator reveals, livestreams, gameplay demonstrations, and community events.

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About GameSir

GameSir is one of the fastest-growing gaming peripheral brands in the world, delivering award-winning controllers and accessories designed for mobile, PC, console, and cloud gaming. Known for pioneering Hall Effect technology, innovative product design, and strategic collaborations with the world’s leading gaming and entertainment brands, GameSir creates premium hardware that helps players perform at their best while bringing their favorite gaming experiences to life.

Trusted by millions of players worldwide, GameSir partners with many of the world’s leading entertainment and gaming brands to create officially licensed products that blend iconic franchises with industry-leading hardware. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and accessibility, GameSir empowers players of every skill level to play with confidence—whether at home, on the go, or on the competitive stage.

To learn more, visit www.gamesir.com or follow GameSir on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Discord, and Reddit.

About IMG Licensing

IMG Licensing is the global leader in brand licensing, managing licensing programs for the world’s best-known brands and trademarks. With over 25 offices worldwide, IMG Licensing provides a unique one-stop-solution for innovative brand growth across a diverse portfolio of clients from business, entertainment, fashion, food, gaming and sports. IMG Licensing is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property, and brands. For more information, visit imglicensing.com.

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