Self-service innovators honored at ARKI Awards

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Awards honors innovators and influencers in automated retail, kiosks and responsible self-service.

Swipe fees may cost consumers $20 billion this holiday season

December 11, 2025

Swipe fees, which banks charge retailers for processing credit card transactions, could cost consumers $20 billion or more in higher prices this holiday…

Trybe intros check-in kiosks with RFID wristband integration

December 10, 2025

Trybe has introduced a check-in kiosk with wearable wristband integration for reservations and cashless payments. Guests can scan a QR code at the kiosk to…

From Transactions to Experiences: Empowering Associates to Drive Operational Efficiency

Learn how retail is moving beyond the checkout as companies prioritize engagement and emotional connection throughout the customer journey. This blog…

What Resilient Foodservice Ops Look Like

Only 22% of restaurants feel good about their current tech—and that statistic alone says everything. This infographic dives into how devices like Toshiba’s…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Rethinking Retail: Strategies to Meet Evolving Customer Expectations

Retail is entering a new chapter where every interaction has the potential to shape lasting connections with customers. This infographic explores how…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Let's Talk Retail Episode 6: The Power of Loyalty-Driven Retail: Engaging Customers Beyond the Sale

In this episode of Let's Talk Retail our Director of Sales Executive Duffy Fron is joined by Troy Stelzer of Xenia Retail. In this video they explore how…

T-Roc Global launches Automated Retail Solutions

December 9, 2025

The Revenue Optimization Companies (T-ROC Global), a provider of people and technology for the global retail market, has launched Automated Retail Solutions…

Canadian hospital launches emergency room wait time dashboard, self-arrival kiosk

December 9, 2025

Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada has launched an emergency department wait time dashboard and self-arrival kiosk. The dashboard shares…

Why the convenience store industry won't support Visa/Mastercard swipe fee settlement

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

With 85% of cards today tied to rewards programs, almost all would fall under the new ‘premium consumer’ category, leaving businesses with virtually no choice…

White Castle deploys slider kiosks in Boston airport

December 8, 2025

White Castle has opened an automated kiosk at Boston Logan International Airport, according to QSRWeb.com.

Transforming high-traffic operations: The power of strategic self-service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel of experts at the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Dec. 10-12 will discuss how strategically deploying smart self-service solutions can elevate…

Discover the Future of Automated Retail and Kiosks at ARKI 2025

Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Brings Together Industry Leaders to Explore the Latest in Self-Service Technology

Oklahoma library debuts book vending kiosk at local mall

December 5, 2025

A self-service book vending kiosk has been launched by the Tulsa City-County Library, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Self-service vehicle tag renewal available in 4 Florida Publix locations

December 4, 2025

Volusia County, Florida, drivers may renew their vehicle registration and receive decals at select Publix grocery stores, according Fox 35 Orlando. The kiosks…

MAF801 Expandable Edge AI Computer from IBASE

IBASE Technology Inc. (TPEx: 8050), a leading provider of rugged embedded and AI computing platforms, today launches the MAF801, a next-generation Edge AI…

White Castle opens kiosk in Boston Logan International Airport

December 3, 2025

White Castle has opened an automated kiosk at Boston Logan International Airport, according to a press release.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond kiosks now in Walmart stores

December 3, 2025

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond kiosks are popping up in Walmart stores, allowing consumers 20 minutes to test the prologue. The Nintendo demo allows players to…

Why a loyalty program is a 'must have' for retailers

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast, Len Covello, CTO at Engage People, shares expert insights on what a successful loyalty program should provide to…

Presented by Engage People

National Retail Solutions (NRS) Partners with NationsBenefits to Enable “One Tap” OTC Card Acceptance

National Retail Solutions (NRS), operator of the leading point-of-sale (POS) network for independent retailers in the US and Canada, today announced a…