2022 retail tech trends: Crypto, micro-fulfillment, the Edge and labor optimization

by David Wilkinson

Everyone knows 2021 was a challenging year, but with challenge comes opportunity. Retail technology veteran David Wilkinson shares his insights on what attuned…

Imperial Dade offers UV-C disinfecting technology

February 23, 2022

Imperial Dade, a distributor of chemicals, janitorial supplies, equipment and foodservice supplies, has teamed with Ubtech to offer commercial UV-C…

Frank Mayer and Associates introduces bill payment kiosk

February 23, 2022

Frank Mayer and Associates Inc., a kiosk and display manufacturer, recently introduced the Gateway kiosk to its line of standard self-service kiosks, according…

Malaysia entrepreneur offers refill machines for liquid cleaners

February 23, 2022

An entrepreneur in Malaysia has introduced vending machines for refilling cleaning agents including liquid detergents, according to an SAYS report. Customers…

Tech partners introduce self-serve kiosks that accept PayPal, Venmo

February 23, 2022

Citcon, a mobile wallet payment provider, has integrated its payment technology with Abacus Business Computer, a merchant services company serving the…

Webinar to take a closer look at 8K

A webinar hosted by Digital Signage Today and sponsored by Intel Corp. will take a closer look at 8K resolution displays through a fireside chat on March 3 at…

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop opening in Connecticut

February 22, 2022

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop opened its first franchised location Tuesday near the University of Connecticut.

Medavail Holdings names 2 executives

February 22, 2022

MedAvail Holdings Inc., a pharmacy kiosk provider, has named Steven Hess to executive vice president and general manager of SpotRx and Bob McClune to senior…

New Mexico wildlife visitor center features enhanced accessibility

February 22, 2022

The Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge's new visitor center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, features numerous accessibility features provided by Ideum, an…

Pandemic drives self-check-in at hotels worldwide

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Contactless technology has played a big role in helping hotels streamline their operations and deliver a more personalized guest experience.

Reflect Systems, Creative Realities finalize merger

February 21, 2022

Creative Realities and Reflect Systems have officially finalized their merger, which was disclosed in November 2021. The combined company now operates under…

Non-fungible token vending machine debuts in NYC

February 21, 2022

New Yorkers interested in buying non-fungible tokens can now do so 24/7 at a vending machine in the financial district, according to an nftevening.com report.

Nebraska considers lottery vending machines

February 21, 2022

Nebraska will no longer be one of three states in the U.S. that doesn't allow lottery vending machines under a proposed law, according to a klkntv.com report.

Dubai digital tech firm introduces card-issuing kiosk

February 18, 2022

Sedco, a Dubai-based provider of digital branch transformation solutions, has introduced Consulta 130, a self-service card issuing kiosk for banks and other…

Singapore features 15-floor car vending machine, promotes PlayStation game

February 18, 2022

A 15-floor car vending machine in Singapore allows users to make a purchase, then delivers it by means of a complex lift system, according to a gtplanet.net…

Aldi tests plastic recycling reverse vending machine

February 18, 2022

Aldi installed its first reverse vending machine for plastic bottle recycling on a trial basis in Ireland, according to an msn.com report.

Apex Order Pickup Solutions teams with Kitchen United on grab-and-go solution

February 18, 2022

Apex Order Pickup Solutions, a provider of contactless pickup solutions for use in foodservice, retail and b2b ecommerce, has teamed with ghost kitchen pioneer…

Diebold Nixdorf to manage EV charging stations in Europe

February 17, 2022

Diebold Nixdorf will manage EV charging stations for alpitronic, a European manufacturer, under a new partnership, according to a press release.

Grubbrr names Patrick Laney chief operations officer

February 17, 2022

Grubbrr, a provider of self-ordering technologies, has named Patrick Laney as chief operations officer. He previously co-founded Performance Drone Works after…

Star Micronics introduces POS printing solution

February 17, 2022

Star Micronics recently introduced its TSP143IVUE, a POS printing solution offering a USB-C connector for communication and an additional USB-A connector for…