Bitcoin ATMs hit Yesway, Allsup's stores

October 21, 2024

Yesway has teamed up with CoinFlip to bring Bitcoin ATMs to its convenience stores in Texas, South Dakota, New Mexico, Wyoming and Iowa, according to a…

Using Kiosk Analytics to Improve Business Operations

Today, kiosks are a common sight, but it's easy to forget they also serve as powerful tools capable of delivering valuable information.

SLD chief shares digital signage strategies for banks, retail

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Digital Signage Today podcast has marked its first live episode at the ICX Summit, featuring a live onstage interview with J.P. Lacroix, president at SLD a…

Building customer loyalty with rewards that matter

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

The 2024 Interactive Customer Experience Summit included a panel entitled “Building customer loyalty with rewards that matter.” Each panelist shared their…

Alhambra, California installs 24/7 book vending machine

October 18, 2024

The city of Alhambra, California has joined the book vending machine movement, installing a 24/7 machine at one of the city's most popular parks, according to…

MPT-7100V Rugged In-Vehicle Computer for Harsh Environments

IBASE Technology Inc. (TPEx: 8050), a leading manufacturer of embedded systems and industrial motherboards, introduces the MPT-7100V, a rugged in-vehicle…

Zenni partners with Eyebot to deliver rapid vision testing, affordable eyewear

October 17, 2024

Zenni Optical, a major online eyewear retailer, is partnering with Eyebot, an innovator in automated vision testing, on a strategic partnership to improve…

The Advantages of Dedicated Passport and ID Scanners Over Mobile Apps

With the proliferation of mobile apps, it may seem that scanning documents like passports and IDs can be read quickly with a smartphone. However, when it comes…

CX executive roundtable highlights CX innovations, future trends at ICX Summit

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

At this year's ICX Summit, hosted in Charlotte, North Carolina by Networld Media Group, a roundtable discussion featuring industry leaders in customer…

Redbox bankruptcy leaves retailers struggling with abandoned kiosks

October 16, 2024

Since Redbox's chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, more and more major retailers are grappling with what to do with the abandoned kiosks. Walgreens, for example…

Little Elm Public Library increases book access with kiosk

October 16, 2024

The city of Little Elm, Texas has installed a 24-hour library kiosk that dispenses books and DVDs, according to a Kiowa County Press report.

Finalists named for 2024 Automation and Self Service Awards

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

The winners will be honored during an awards presentation on Dec. 10 during the upcoming 2024 Automation and Self Service Summit.

Emerging technologies revolutionizing the shopping experience

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

AI is here to stay, but it’s moving so fast, it’s hard to know where it’s going. From our daily lives as consumers to our operations in business, it’s hard to…

Reducing self-service downtime with remote power management

System crashes and frozen equipment can be costly for kiosk deployers. Switched PDUs can help better manage those challenges.

Aldi shoppers warned: Discounts require staff help at self-checkout

October 14, 2024

Aldi shoppers are being warned to check their receipts carefully after it was revealed that discounts and promotions are not automatically applied at…

Boscov’s prepping to pilot self-checkouts

October 14, 2024

Department store Boscov's is getting ready to push out self-checkout and said the technology is not replacing store employees.

A Guide to Your Future Kiosk Solutions - Implementation Challenges and Benefits

Successful deployment of kiosks involves a complex mix of technological, operational, and financial considerations. Businesses must navigate challenges such as…

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Grabango ceases operations

October 11, 2024

More than a year after Grabango laid off workers across several departments, the checkout-free retailer has permanently closed down, according to a CNBC report.

Michigan parking kiosks violate ADA, removed two weeks after launch

October 11, 2024

Parking kiosks in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan have been removed two weeks after installation due to technical error as well as ADA violations, according to a…

ICX Summit: Inclusivity is all about making the store welcoming to customers, employees

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

An inclusive customer experience must also reflect an inclusive workforce experience, according to panelists at the recent ICX Summit held in September.