OptConnect introduces multi-carrier cellular router for unattended devices

December 10, 2020

OptConnect has introduced neo2, a compact LTE Category 4 multi-carrier cellular router for kiosks, micro markets, digital signs and other applications…

Mobile on-demand customer service provider Zappix cites major traffic boost

December 10, 2020

Zappix, a provider of mobile, on-demand customer self service solutions, has reported a record increase in traffic this holiday season, driven by increased…

Carvana expands to Little Rock

December 9, 2020

Carvana, an e-commerce platform for buying used cards that delivers cars to customers with a massive, coin-operated vending machine in addition to next-day…

Investment groups seek to acquire Cardtronics

December 9, 2020

Investment management firms Apollo Global Management and Hudson Executive Group are looking to acquire all outstanding shares of Cardtonics plc, the ATM…

Self-Service Innovation Virtual Summit honors inaugural Innovation Awards winners

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The winners of the first Self-Service Virtual Innovation Awards were announced yesterday during the Self-Service Innovation Virtual Summit.

Elo upgrades its access app

December 9, 2020

Elo, a provider of interactive solutions, has enhanced its Elo Access App, according to a press release. Originally launched as a quick and easy way to create…

Nymi teams with Elatec to give workplace wearables better access

December 9, 2020

Nymi Inc. is teaming up with Elatec, a provider of RFID readers and NFC/BLE mobile device readers, to allow users of Nymi's workplace wearables to seamlessly…

Self-service enters a new era; employees take on new importance

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Consumers want self-service, but they also want to speak to an employee when necessary, according to the keynote presentation during the Self-Service…

Illinois county considers $23,560 bid for thermometer kiosks

December 8, 2020

The Lake County, Illinois Council will consider a $23,560 bid for a thermometer kiosk system to monitor visitors and employees at the county sheriff's…

Fujitsu to distribute Zippin’s self-checkout solution in Japan

December 8, 2020

Zippin, a provider of AI enabled self-checkout technology, has named Fujitsu Limited, a information technology equipment and services provider, as an exclusive…

Hong Kong transit stations offer COVID-19 specimen collection machines

December 8, 2020

Vending machines have been set up at 10 transit stations in Hong Kong for the public to collect COVID-19 specimen collection packs, according to a press…

Sophatar ProxiPay-Go allows users to view products, pay by phone

December 8, 2020

Sophatar has introduced ProxiPay-Go, a software-as-a-service solution to turn any display into a revenue-generating kiosk with integrated contactless payment…

Detroit offers self-serve kiosk for court business

December 7, 2020

Detroit residents now have another option to make bond payments, pay fees in landlord-tenant matters and pay other court costs at Detroit's 36th District…

Purolator expands gift shipping self-serve kiosks in Toronto

December 7, 2020

Purolator, which installed its Quick Stop Kiosk that allows shoppers to buy gifts and ship them from a convenient location at the CF Toronto Eaton Cntre last…

CBD development company places AI vending machine at Reebok gym

December 7, 2020

Chemesis International Inc., a CBD development company, has placed its VICKI AI enabled, self-checkout solution at Reebok LAB in West Hollywood, California…

Bite introduces AI-powered digital ordering products for restaurants

December 7, 2020

Bite Inc., a provider of a digital ordering platform for quick service restaurants, has introduced a suite of products powered by Bite Lift, an AI…

North Carolina teacher raises funds for book vending machine

December 7, 2020

Allison Gale, a teacher at Leland Middle School in Wilmington, North Carlina, is aiming to raise $5,755 on the Donors Choose website to purchase a book vending…

UK PPE vending machines offer COVID-19 test kit

December 7, 2020

Stop The Spread Solutions, a U.K. company that provides touchless PPE vending machines, has added Rapid SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Test kits to its vended offerings…

Infographic: Unique Signage for Unique Times

LG Transparent OLED signage illuminates spaces that once were hidden away behind the display, completely harmonizing with its surroundings.

TouchNetix introduces touchless interface technology to improve hygiene

December 4, 2020

TouchNetix, a manufacturer of system and component technology for touchscreens, announced that its aXiom touchscreen chips now offers a built-in capability to…