Seeing the future of digital networks in movies

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

I don't normally like to follow a particular trend on the internet, but I've read several articles discussing in what ways the movie Minority Report has…

Digiboo enters expansion agreement with Smarte Carte

November 2, 2012

The digital retail entertainment download service Digiboo announced recently that it has entered into an agreement with Smarte Carte to install kiosks in…

Coinstar joins Sandy relief with donation-enabled kiosks

November 2, 2012

Americans looking to help with the Sandy relief effort have convenience on their side thanks to Coinstar. Spare change can be donated at more than 14,00…

QA Graphics inks deal with NEC for digital signage, kiosk displays

November 2, 2012

Iowa-based interactive design company QA Graphics today announced that NEC Display Solutions of America Inc., will be the new hardware provider for its LCD…

Convenience is key in Walmart's plans to deploy more NCR self-checkouts

November 1, 2012

The world's largest retailer will ramp up its self-checkout offerings during 2013. According to an announcement from NCR, Walmart will be installing 10,00…

Malaysian city to deploy kiosks for traffic citation payments

November 1, 2012

The Road Transport Department in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia, will deploy a fleet of self-service kiosks beginning next year, enabling the public to check and…

CETW show to go on after Hurricane Sandy

by Christopher Hall

The self-service kiosk and customer engagement show is a go, according to organizers.

Boston Starbucks testing phone-charging stations

October 31, 2012

Several Starbucks throughout Boston are testing wireless phone-charging solutions designed by Duracell Powermat. The coffee chain will test eight stations in…

FutureLogic announces extension on agreement with Aristocrat

October 31, 2012

FutureLogic announced today that it has extended its agreement with Aristocrat to remain the global technology partner for thermal ticket printing, promotional…

FBI makes arrests in cash-advance kiosk scam

October 31, 2012

The FBI has made arrests of more than a dozen people charged with stealing more than $1 million at casinos and resorts through simultaneous withdrawals from…

Mobile minutes kiosk could push prepaid cellular

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

A self-service kiosk shown at Wincor World 2012 supports the rise of prepaid mobile phone use.

Meridian's self-service kiosk solutions gain recognition

October 30, 2012

North Carolina-based Meridian, a self-service software and kiosk company, was named one of the finalists for the North Carolina Technology Awards 21 selection…

ArmorActive provides augmented reality at sporting goods store

October 30, 2012

Sporting goods retailer Scheels recently installed an ArmorActive iPad kiosk in its Sandy, Utah, megastore, providing shoppers a taste of augmented reality.

Five paths leading to a nightmare deployment

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Self-service is a growing industry. More and more companies can see the value of integrating a self-service solution in their business. Consumers are becoming…

NEWVISION talks mobile top-up at Wincor World 2012

Joseph Grove talks to Antonio Pedroso, the marketing and sales director at NEWVISION, during Wincor World 2012. Pedroso showcased a self-service kiosk that…

Commentary: USPS must embrace self-service

October 29, 2012

A commentary piece posted on The Atlantic offers up a blunt discussion regarding the dire situation facing the United States Postal Service. In light of budget…

Texas plans to automate six driver's license centers

October 29, 2012

Texas joins the growing trend toward automated driver's license centers, as the state's Department of Public Safety plans to open six high-tech DPS centers by…

CETW, NYC brace for Hurricane Sandy

by Christopher Hall — w, t

CETW organizers forecast that Sandy will blow over in time for the event to go on, despite dire predictions.

Wincor World 2012 draws more than 7,000

October 29, 2012

More than 7,000 visitors from 90 countries took in more than 500 exhibits and 70 presentations covering the latest IT solutions and services at Wincor World…

Green kiosk startups battle landfill waste

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

The next generation of green kiosks fight waste by promoting recycling and sustainability.