Cantaloupe to showcase smart retail innovations, including micro market kiosk, AI-powered aisle

May 5, 2025

Cantaloupe Inc., a global provider of technology solutions for self-service commerce, will present its latest innovations at the 2025 National Automatic…

Cerence AI, Code Factory introduce voice-powered interaction for self-service kiosks

May 5, 2025

Cerence AI, a provider of conversational AI for user experiences, has collaborated with Code Factory to launch VoiceTopping, a solution bringing voice…

NBA playoffs drive adoption of cashierless retail in stadiums

May 5, 2025

As the NBA playoffs progress, stadiums are increasingly implementing cashierless grab-and-go technology to enhance concession sales by reducing wait times…

The Six Must-Ask Questions When Choosing a Kiosk Company

Some kiosk companies will tell you that certain certifications are unnecessary or over-rated but then boast that they “strictly adhere” to many different…

Choice Hotels adopts Mews to grow non-room revenue globally

May 2, 2025

Choice Hotels International has partnered with Mews, a cloud-based property management system provider, to enhance revenue generation beyond room bookings and…

Walmart enhances self-checkout security to combat card skimming

May 1, 2025

Walmart is implementing a significant change to its self-checkout systems by installing bright yellow rims around the PIN pads, according to a New York Post…

Due North introduces refrigerated merchandisers

May 1, 2025

Due North, a North American company specializing in self-contained refrigerated merchandisers, has launched three models under its QBD and Minus Forty brands.

Advantech to showcase Edge AI solutions for restaurants at NRA 2025

April 30, 2025

Advantech, a global leader in Edge AI computing and IoT solutions, will showcase its latest AI-powered technologies for the food service industry at the…

Mashgin self-checkout kiosks reach 1B transactions

April 30, 2025

Mashgin, a company specializing in AI-powered self-checkout kiosks, has now processed a total of one billion transactions, according to a Sports Business…

Kraft Heinz honored for innovation

April 30, 2025

Kraft Heinz has been named to Fast Company's annual list of the world's most innovative companies.

Rejuvenation Station kiosk offers first responders 7-minute workplace stress relief

April 29, 2025

Aesthetic Audio Systems has launched Rejuvenation Station, a science-backed wellness solution featuring immersive pods and accessible kiosks designed to combat…

Sacoa announces global tour showcasing cashless technology

April 29, 2025

Sacoa Cashless System, a provider of cashless management solutions for the entertainment industry, has announced a global tour throughout May 2025. The company…

Kiosk issues cause customs delays at Canadian airports

April 28, 2025

Canadian travelers experienced significant delays at customs checkpoints in Toronto Pearson International Airport and other Canadian airports on Thursday…

Avalue debuts 15.6-inch Rockchip Kiosk for smart service applications

April 23, 2025

Avalue Technology Inc. has launched the ISS-15K5, a 15.6-inch Rockchip desktop self-service kiosk aimed at enhancing smart services across various industries.

EG America introduces device trade-in kiosks

April 23, 2025

Convenience store operator EG America, the parent company of chains including Cumberland Farms and Kwik Shop, is installing ecoATM mobile device trade-in…

University of Arkansas installs free Narcan, fentanyl prevention vending machine

April 21, 2025

The University of Arkansas has installed a vending machine on its Fayetteville campus that dispenses free Narcan and fentanyl overdose prevention kits, along…

Tokyo vending machine offers fresh salads with AI price adjustments

April 21, 2025

A vending machine in Tokyo, dubbed "Salad Stand," is offering fresh salads, juices and fruit granola, highlighting Japan's innovative approach to vending…

Self-service is evolving: Say hello to the Automated Retail and Kiosk Innovation Show!

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Self-Service Innovation Summit is now the Automated Retail and Kiosk Innovation Show (ARKI), an event focused on the future of automated retail, December…

Sam's Club bets big on Scan & Go, eliminating traditional self checkouts

April 18, 2025

Sam's Club outlined an aggressive growth strategy at its 2025 Investment Community Meeting, with plans to double its membership and more than double sales and…

Smart vending machines offering free healthcare essentials launched at Winnipeg Hospital

April 18, 2025

A public health initiative is expanding access to healthcare essentials with the installation of smart vending machines at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg…