SandStar debuts VRK AI vending kiosk

March 3, 2026

SandStar has debuted the SandStar VRK, an vending kiosk featuring AI computer vision.

The OnMed CareStation targets healthcare access gaps as telehealth accelerates

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Physician shortages, rising costs and uneven access to care increasingly plague the U.S. healthcare system. Helping address those issues are telehealth kiosks…

National Retail Solutions Wins Two Inaugural 2026 CVAI Awards for AI Innovation and Business Transformation

National Retail Solutions (NRS) has been named a dual winner in the inaugural 2026 CVAI Awards, presented by ChannelVision and Beka Business Media. Recognized…

Mobile kiosks help Arizona homeless get IDs

March 2, 2026

Efforts to provide state-issued IDs or driver's licenses to people experiencing homelessness are expanding through the deployment of mobile kiosks in Arizona…

French airport expands self-service capabilities

February 27, 2026

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg in eastern France has introduced self-check-in services for selected airlines as part of its ongoing modernization efforts…

Union County, New Jersey to host aging services kiosks

February 27, 2026

The Board of County Commissioners of Union County, New Jersey, is hosting Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) events in March to help seniors and caregivers learn about…

ATM Geeks expands field services

February 26, 2026

ATM Geeks is expanding its ATM field services through its team of technicians. The company is run by ATM veterans including Nick Mehdi, former owner of…

National Retail Solutions, Krasdale Foods team to empower bodegas

February 26, 2026

National Retail Solutions is partnering with Krasdale Foods in a shared mission to support independently owned and operated neighborhood retailers.

Kiosks at Disneyland Paris to begin accepting annual pass discounts

February 26, 2026

Disneyland Paris will begin allowing Annual Passholders to use their food discounts at self-service kiosks, addressing complaints from guests who previously…

California orders CoinMe to refund $175K to customers

February 26, 2026

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has issued a consent order against Seattle-based crypto kiosk operator CoinMe Inc. for…

National Retail Solutions Partners with El Especialito to Launch Contest with $1,000 Prize

National Retail Solutions (NRS) is proud to announce its collaboration with El Especialito, the nation’s largest Spanish-language weekly newspaper, to launch…

Screenverse leaders share insight on DOOH buying strategy

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast David Weinfeld, co-founder and CEO at Screenverse, and Montana Accavallo, senior vice president of programmatic…

Presented by Screenverse

Arkansas highschoolers get digital window into future

February 25, 2026

Arkansas' Jonesboro High School has installed a new "college kiosk" near its cafeteria exit to expose students to post-graduation opportunities. The display…

National Retail Solutions (NRS) Named Official POS Provider for Krauszer’s Food Stores as Legendary Chain Targets Nationwide Expansion

National Retail Solutions (NRS) has been selected as the official point-of-sale (POS) provider for Krauszer’s Food Stores, the legendary convenience store…

Bitcoin Depot to require ID verification for crypto ATM transactions

February 24, 2026

Bitcoin Depot will now require customers to provide ID with every transaction as part of an effort to combat fraud and illegal activities, according to a press…

Schools see growing adoption of visitor management kiosks

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

In order to handle security concerns, schools are increasingly using kiosks to manage visitors.

North Carolina DMV expands kiosk deployment

February 24, 2026

The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles is expanding its use of self-service kiosks to reduce wait times for routine transactions such as license…

From Vending Machines to Autonomous Retail: The Evolution of Grab‑and‑Go Shopping

Retail convenience has always been driven by speed. Customers prefer shopping experiences that save time and require minimal effort. Over the years, retail…

SandStar VRK AI Vending Machine Fact Sheet

SandStar’s VRK AI Vending Machine (30,000+ sold across 30 countries, trusted by 25 Fortune 500 firms) embodies “Real AI. Real Easy” with its “Any Product…

Presented by SandStar

SandStar Unveils the VRK, the New Home for the World’s Most Ambitious Vending Operators

The AI-Powered vending machine brings Four-camera protection, Dual-sensor lock security, and a self-learning engine to the retail floor—all backed by an…