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Zocdoc Brings Seamless, Real-Time Appointment Booking to Gemini

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Zocdoc is the Gemini app’s first health appointments connected apps partner, marking the first time a leading AI platform has connected users directly to real-time, bookable care.

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Zocdoc, the healthcare access infrastructure that connects patients to great care, announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Gemini app to make agentic healthcare appointment booking a reality.

Google Gemini app users can now agentically find and book an appointment that meets their needs with Zocdoc’s nationwide network of more than 200,000 providers across 200+ specialties and 10,000+ insurance plans. The Zocdoc connected app in Gemini allows users to easily find real-time appointment availability and book with a provider without navigating directories, searching multiple sites, or waiting on hold.

“Patients are increasingly starting their health journeys with AI, and this collaboration makes it easier for Gemini app users to find the care that they need, when they need it,” said Oliver Kharraz, MD, Zocdoc founder and CEO. “We are proud to partner with Gemini as Zocdoc begins to power access to care everywhere.”

“Health isn’t only about knowledge, it’s about action and access. When you need to see a doctor, we want that to be easy. And today it’s not,” said Michael Howell, Chief Health Officer, Google. “We’re excited for this first-of-its-kind collaboration with Zocdoc that takes an important step toward realizing one of the promises of the agentic AI moment — where the technology helps you do the work so that you can focus on what’s important: your health.”

AI is rapidly becoming a starting point in the search for care. According to Zocdoc’s AI-Informed Patient Report, 26% of patients have already used AI to ask a health-related question, and 85% of providers say they’re seeing more AI-informed patients than they were a year ago. 

Finding care that matches personal preferences is now possible through Gemini app’s agentic capabilities and powered by Zocdoc’s extensive healthcare access infrastructure. For providers, this offers a new way for them to reach patients where they’re increasingly beginning their healthcare journey. Providers already on Zocdoc are automatically enabled on Google Gemini, with no additional integration required.

This partnership marks another step in Zocdoc’s evolution from a marketplace to healthcare access infrastructure. For nearly two decades, Zocdoc has unified healthcare’s fragmentation across insurance plans, EHRs and practice management systems, specialties, visit types, and provider organizations to power seamless access to care. While the national average wait time to see a doctor exceeds 31 days, with Zocdoc, the typical patient can be seen within 24-72 hours. Today, Zocdoc powers access to care not only on its website and app, but also across healthcare’s many front doors — including online search, insurance directories, providers’ websites, practice phone lines, and now AI platforms.

The Zocdoc connected app in the Gemini app is rolling out today to all 18+ US users, and coming to Gemini Spark in the coming weeks. To learn more about Gemini’s connected apps read the News from Google blog here.

About Zocdoc

Zocdoc is the healthcare access infrastructure that connects patients to great care. By powering access to care everywhere patients search, Zocdoc helps them move from being stuck to being seen. Each month, millions of patients find and book appointments with providers, powered by Zocdoc—on the company’s website and app, and across AI platforms, online search, insurance directories, providers’ websites, practice phone lines, and more—with the typical appointment happening within 24 to 72 hours from booking.

With nearly two decades of experience unifying healthcare’s fragmentation, Zocdoc is uniquely positioned to power access across insurance plans, PMS and EHR systems, specialties, visit types, and provider organizations of every size. By fixing healthcare at the start, Zocdoc empowers patients to get the care they need, when they need it, while helping providers be bookable everywhere patients search.

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InventHelp Inventor Develops Next-Generation Smartphone Case for the Trades (LBT-9737)

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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As an HVAC contractor, inventor Michael Alleyne recognized a critical gap in the market:  a lack of seamless integration between a tradesperson’s most essential tools and their most important piece of technology – their phone. His solution is The Tech Case System, an innovative and versatile phone case with an integrated module that revolutionizes on-the-job efficiency.

The original patent-pending design includes a battery-operated case that contains a mini screwdriver, a laser pointer, LED lights, a level, and a ruler. In addition, the case also integrates a laser temperature scanner and a laser tape measure for quick, accurate measurements. The true innovation lies in The Tech-Case System’s platform for future integration. The modular design is specifically engineered to incorporate features such as:  AI-powered diagnostics, IoT connectivity, and enhanced functionality. The Tech Case System transforms a simple tool into a powerful, intelligent platform and is designed to make work safer, faster, and more efficient for tradespeople and do-it-yourselfers.

The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 25-LBT-9737, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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Breakthrough Protocol Test Solution for USB4® 120Gb/s Asymmetric Link Analysis

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Teledyne LeCroy’s Voyager M4120 sets a new benchmark for USB protocol analysis with full support for USB4® Version 2.0

MILPITAS, Calif., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Teledyne LeCroy Inc., the global leader in protocol test solutions, today announced the availability of the Voyager M4120 Protocol Analyzer/Exerciser, the world’s only solution supporting next-generation USB4® Gen 4 120Gb/s Asymmetric Link emulation and analysis. This new flagship system equips engineering teams with the visibility and capabilities needed to test, debug, analyze, and verify USB4 Gen 4 120Gb/s hosts and devices throughout the product development lifecycle. The all-new Voyager M4120 also provides numerous selectable views allowing the user to quickly and easily identify information of interest and resolve any issues that are contained in the data capture. 

The USB4 Version 2.0 specification introduces a revolutionary new feature in USB technology – Asymmetric Link configurations. In this configuration, the two directions of the connection operate at different lane rates. One direction transmits at the full 120Gb/s over three lanes while the opposite direction transmits a lower rate, such as 40Gb/s on just one lane. This enables systems and devices to dynamically provide more bandwidth for high-throughput applications, such as tunneled Ultra‑High Bit Rate (UHBR) DisplayPort 2.1 real-time video processing workloads.

“USB4 Version 2.0 represents a major step forward for the industry, delivering higher performance and more dynamic link behavior than previous generations,” said Jeff Ravencraft, President & COO of the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF). “Tools like the Voyager M4120 give developers the visibility they need to validate Asymmetric Link characteristics and ensure robust interoperability as these advanced capabilities enter the market.”

About the Voyager M4120 Protocol Analyzer

The Voyager M4120 is engineered from the ground up to capture and decode USB Gen 4 120Gb/s Asymmetric Links, fully supporting the USB4 Version 2.0 specification. The analyzer reveals what actually happens during Asymmetric Link bring up and operation—from how devices decide lane roles and rates to how links adapt dynamically under real workloads. Powerful software features, including a hierarchical display, protocol traffic summaries, detailed error reports and an automation API enable developers to quickly visualize protocol activity and streamline troubleshooting efforts. Built on a flexible architecture, the Voyager M4120 is designed to expand with emerging workflows, including asymmetric traffic generation and USB-IF compliance test capabilities as they become available, helping early adopters accelerate development and improve interoperability for the next wave of high speed USB4 connectivity. Fully backward compatible with legacy Gen 3, Gen 2 and Gen 1 USB links, the Voyager M4120 can seamlessly address the past, present, and future of USB protocol testing.

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The Teledyne LeCroy Voyager M4120 protocol analyzer can be ordered now. For additional information, contact Teledyne LeCroy at 1-800-5LeCroy (1-800-553-2769) or visit Teledyne LeCroy’s web site at https://www.teledynelecroy.com/protocolanalyzer/usb-voyager-m4120.

About Teledyne LeCroy

Teledyne LeCroy is a leading manufacturer of advanced oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and other test instruments that verify performance, validate compliance, and debug complex electronic systems quickly and thoroughly. Since its founding in 1964, the Company has focused on incorporating powerful tools into innovative products that enhance “Time-to-Insight”. Faster time to insight enables users to rapidly find and fix defects in complex electronic systems, dramatically improving time-to-market for a wide variety of applications and end markets. Teledyne LeCroy is based in Chestnut Ridge, N.Y. For more information, visit Teledyne LeCroy’s website at teledynelecroy.com.

© 2026 by Teledyne LeCroy. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. USB4®, USB Type-C®, USB-C® and USB 2.0 Type-C® are registered trademarks of the USB Implementers Forum.

Technical contact: Chetan Kopalle – Product Marketing Manager 408-273-5684
Customer contact: Teledyne LeCroy PSG Customer Care Center 800-909-7211
Website: https://www.teledynelecroy.com   

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Jorge Couto Named to Forbes Business Council; Debuts Thought Leadership Article on Turning Insight into Action

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Securitas North America Division President joins invitation-only community of business leaders and shares perspectives on leadership, decision-making and organizational performance in his first Forbes Business Council article.

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Securitas North America today announced that Jorge Couto, Division President, Securitas North America, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, an invitation-only organization for accomplished business leaders and executives. As part of his membership, Couto recently published his first thought-leadership article, “The Leadership Gap Between Insight and Action,” on the Forbes Councils platform.

“Organizations today have more information than ever before, but information alone does not drive results.” Jorge Couto

In the article, Couto examines a challenge facing organizations across industries: the inability to consistently translate data and insights into timely, effective action. Drawing on more than 26 years of leadership experience in operational transformation and business growth, he argues that successful organizations distinguish themselves not by access to information, but by their ability to empower leaders, clarify decision-making responsibilities, and foster cultures of accountability and trust.

“Organizations today have more information than ever before, but information alone does not drive results,” said Couto. “The real opportunity lies in creating environments where leaders are trusted and equipped to make informed decisions quickly, learn from outcomes and transform insights into meaningful action.”

In “The Leadership Gap Between Insight and Action,” Couto highlights several key themes, including the importance of clearly defined ownership, leadership development, confidence in decision-making and organizational cultures that encourage learning rather than blame. He notes that businesses that can effectively move from data to insight, from insight to action, and from action to learning are better positioned to compete in rapidly changing markets.

Forbes Business Council is recognized as a premier growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders. Through the Council, members contribute expert insights on leadership, strategy, innovation, and business performance to a global audience of executives and decision-makers.

Couto’s article, “The Leadership Gap Between Insight and Action,” was published on July 21, 2026, and is available on Securitas and the Forbes Councils platform.

Jorge Couto Byline

Jorge Couto serves as Division President of Securitas North America. Throughout his career, he has led operational transformation, organizational growth, and leadership development initiatives across complex, multinational business environments.

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Ahlilah Longmire, Securitas USA, 1 973-791-3343, Ahlilah.Longmire@securitasinc.com, www.securitasinc.com

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