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Following COVID-19: How coronavirus pandemic is impacting kiosks
Here's the latest news on how COVID-19, the coronavirus pandemic, is impacting the kiosk industry from event cancellations to payment trends.
July 6, 2022 by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The coronavirus pandemic is making a big impact in convenience services. Keep up on the news by regularly checking out Kiosk Marketplace's daily coverage. We will be updating this coverage resource as new stories are posted.
July 22
California county deploys COVID test vending machines
June 10
Nevada installs vending machines offering free COVID test kits
May 18
Zytronic lifts sales, earnings for HY 2022
Georgia county offers COVID test kit vending machines
May 17
Texas A & M University taps 3D printing to develop COVID-19 breathalyzer kiosks
May 11
Neonode improves Q1 2022 earnings on sales decline
April 29
Essentium fast tracks COVID-19 breathalyzer kiosk development with 3D printing
April 21
Carvana lifts Q1 2022 sales, widens loss
April 20
Redbox lays off 150 due to COVID losses
Ink cartridge vending machine expands
April 11
Robotic security kiosks make sure airport and amusement park visitors wear masks
April 4
PPE surge abates as pandemic softens, but health supply kiosks find a niche
March 23
Self-order kiosks come in handy for Jersey burger/milk shake bar
March 21
Soofa enhances solar powered digital platform for smart cities
Feb. 23
Imperial Dade offers UV-C disinfecting technology
Feb. 21
Pandemic drives self-check-in at hotels worldwide
Feb. 3
Boulder library offers self-checkout kiosk
Feb. 2
Pandemic emboldens brands' omnichannel strategies
Paris Baguette tests climate controlled pickup lockers
New York nursing home receives health screening kiosk
Quinnipiac University kiosk to offer COVID test kits
Feb. 1
Vending machine offers free surgical masks in New Mexico pueblo
Jan. 31
Touchless solutions gain acceptance, expected to expand
Jan. 27
Ohio county to install kiosk for paying real estate taxes
Jan. 25
Fastenal improves Q4 and FY 2021 sales, earnings
Jan. 24
Japanese food, flower retailers add vending machines during pandemic
Jan. 17
Tokyo restaurant chain installs vending machines for take-home sales
Jan. 14
University of Utah offers COVID tests at vending machine
Jan. 10
Cleveland college deploys vending machines with free COVID tests
Israeli McDonald's kiosk requires guests to have vaccination certificate
Jan. 5
Dec. 29
Firewood vending machine restores sales lost during pandemic
Dec. 21
Accushield sign-in, health screening kiosks reach all 50 states
Dec. 10
Researchers team with Air Force on breathalyzer kiosk to detect COVID
Dec. 1
JFK Airport teams with Zippin, SSP America to introduce contactless shopping
Nov. 22
COVID drives telehealth, but future uncertain
Self-checkout machine shipments jump 25% in 2020, issues remain
Nov. 19
Nayax lifts revenue, connections for Q3 2021, incurs bigger loss
Nov. 18
Dubai vending machine offers uplifting messages
Nov. 17
Supply chain disruptions challenge self-serve kiosk production, delivery
Nov. 10
Supply chain constraints clip Neonode's Q3 2021 sales, earnings
Nov. 8
Carvana lifts Q3 2021 revenue, widens loss
Oct. 6
Gaming industry foresees strong 2022
Swyft iStores to offer Olo sanitizing wristbands
Oct. 1
Ohio county deploys breathalyzer kiosks
Sept. 28
TrueConf's kiosk facilitates contactless communication in emergency hospitals
Sept. 27
Pandemic drives contactless devices in resort industry
Impulsify teams with KioWare on contactless grab-and-go kiosk
Sept. 22
Minnesota legal aid deploys self-service kiosks to sustain services statewide
Sept. 20
Singapore installs vending machines for COVID-19 test kits
Sept. 15
RealNetworks introduces mask check kiosk
Toppan upgrades aerial touch display
Sept. 10
CityBase to provide Florida cities, counties self-service kiosks
Imageholders introduces gesture controlled touchless kiosk
Sept. 7
Micro markets lead convenience services rebound after pandemic-driven setback
Pandemic unhinges amusement supply chain, spurs QR cod adoption
Aug. 30
San Diego State offers free COVID-19 tests via vending machines
Aug. 25
Singapore installs vending machines for contact tracing tokens
Aug. 18
Survey: pandemic drives unattended retail
Aug. 16
Clear introduces Health Pass, integrates COVID vaccination status
Momentum builds for inventory supply vending machines
Aug. 4
Harm reduction machine helps those in need in Cincinnati
Advantech builds visitor thermal screening kiosk
July 26
Singapore deploys vending machines for COVID tracing tokens
July 19
Singapore manufacturer to deploy vending machines offering free face masks
July 16
Imageholders introduces touchless kiosk powered by Ultraleap
July 13
Fastenal Q2 2021 sales slip, earnings rise
July 9
Nebraska, Iowa hospitals install kiosks to screen visitors
June 15
India state beefs up safety mask machines
June 14
UK prescription machine draws strong patient response
June 2
LAX introduces facial recognition enabled boarding
Pandemic recovery recharges Rochester operation's technology focus
Ma 27
Combination reusable bottle machine/water fill station debuts
Nayax posts 26% revenue gain, doubles loss for Q1 2021
May 26
EPA approves self-disinfecting film for high-touch surfaces
May 18
Melitron teams with Axis Communications, Icon Media on People Count Kiosk
May 14
Telehealth video conferencing demand explodes for North Carolina provider
April 28
NCR boosts Q1 2021 revenue, earnings
April 27
Self-administered sobriety test kiosk aids Michigan police during pandemic
April 22
Global Healthcare Exchange introduces Vendormate kiosk for digital credentialing
April 21
The post-COVID era: contactless connectivity and beyond
April 20
CSG honors Kiosk Information Systems for outstanding performance
April 13
Fastenal boosts Q1 2021 sales, earnings
Pokemon teams with tea provider on disaster
Singapore deploys vending machines to mix, dispense hand sanitizer
April 12
Contactless biometric ID verification kiosks improve distribution of restricted products
Home delivery reverses Farmer's Fridge COVID-19 setback; company raises millions
April 9
Massachusetts town installs tax payment kiosk covered by CARES Act
April 7
The Venders to provide COVID-19 test kits in college vending machines
April 6
Marriott introduces contactless arrival kiosks, grab-and-go markets
Grubbrr teams with Frank Mayer on contactless smart lockers
Advantech introduces more cost effective thermal screening kiosk
April 5
Preventing COVID-19 in commercial buildings; don't ignore HVAC upgrades
Ricoh USA introduces return-to-work security services, supports kiosk based access
April 2
West Virginia library installs self-checkout kiosk
March 31
San Diego restaurant taps facial recognition kiosk as part of COVID recovery
Pandemic drives law enforcement agencies to alcohol screening kiosks
Unisys teams with health care group on COVID testing, including kiosks
West Virginia library installs self-checkout kiosk during COVID-19
March 29
Wittern Group introduces UV sanitizing technology
March 24
California Thai chicken specialist finds niche with self-order
Wisconsin supermarket to add pickup kiosk to meet rising online orders
March 22
German startup Aitme introduces self-serve food prep robot
Critica PPE to carry DigiTherm temperature scanning kiosks
March 18
Compass Group to introduce self-order kiosks and mobile ordering
VIdeotel Digital introduces touchless kiosks for museums
March 17
Self-ordering positions Rise Southern Biscuits for success amid pandemic
March 16
Asianda introduces temperature screening kiosk
March 15
Popshap introduces body temperature/face scanning kiosk
March 10
Congress approves $1.9T stimulus bill
Diebold Nixdorf retail VP Arvin Jawa: 2021 success strategies
HMS deploys contactless SandStar smart kiosk at Charlotte airport
Vengo Labs names AMI Entertainment Network's Maas as chairman
Canadian restaurant installs kiosk to check temperatures, mask compliance
March 8
Restaurant industry praises Senate approval of $1.9T stimulus bill
New York salon owner launches hair products vending machine
March 4
Senior housing facilities increase tech budgets to address pandemic
March 3
Self-service plays key role in Ike's Love & Sandwiches continuous growth
March 2
Steak n Shake to deploy self-order kiosks
IVM introduces 'smart vault' to Wayfair
Feb. 26
Shekel Brainweigh reports 3% revenue drop in 2020
Feb. 24
How self-service DMV kiosks boost user convenience, efficiencies
Feb. 23
Vending machine COVID-19 test kits prove convenient for New Yorkers
Toshiba introduces touch-free app for multifunction printers
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken debuts pickup lockers
Feb. 22
Omnigo Software introduces temperature scanning kiosk
Feb. 18
Sam's Club develops touchless health screening kiosk for associates
Zippin installs checkout-free store in Japanese hotel
Feb. 17
2021 Kiosk Marketplace Census Report: 2020 -- a year of challenge and innovation
Samsung intros self-serve kiosk with security, hygiene features
Partech integrates AI with Brink POS ecosystem
Feb. 15
The role of retail displays during the pandemic and beyond
Feb. 12
NY Metro awards Cubic $39M to upgrade rail fare payment system
More Hawaii motorists use DMV kiosks during COVID-19
DHS awards Parsons $2B contract for COVID-19 testing solutions
Feb. 11
MagTek teams with MobileDemand on integrated magnetic stripe card reader
Jewelry vending machine to benefit NYC restaurants
Feb. 10
Researchers envision self-service tech providing medical care
Feb. 8
Ohio city installs utility bill payment kiosk
Feb. 5
COVID-19 clips USA Technologies' Q2 2021 revenue, earnings
Feb. 4
Zoom kiosk mode enables contactless, virtual receptionist
Feb. 3
Touchless makes big strides in self service
Crane boosts Q3 2020 earnings on declining sales
Feb. 1
The numbers are in: COVID-19 has pushed consumers away from cash
The right way to keep your equipment clean
Dubak Electrical Group introduces temperature measurement kiosk for schools
Jan. 28
Oakland airport 1st to have COVID-19 test kit vending
Jan. 27
Virocom taps Sierra Wireless to enable smart lockers
Jan. 21
VendEngine delivers 40 M free connections to incarcerated individuals
SBA approves 60,000 in PPP loans in first week
Jan. 20
Higher safety product sales boost Fastenal's Q4 2020 results
Sentry Kiosk relocates to Austin, seeks CEO
Jan. 19
PPP program opens to all lenders
Jan. 18
Michigan city allows residents to pay city bills at self-serve kiosk
Jan. 15
Pyramid Computer releases access control for European market
Jan. 14
Impulsify, Shift4 partner to expand self-pay retail option
Jan. 12
Wellness 4 Humanity to deploy COVID-19 test kit vending machines
Jan. 11
New SBA PPP loans available from community banks
ParkMobile teams with Tiba on contactless parking at gated garages
Jan. 6
Pandemic: Does long-term boom require short-term bust?
Jan. 5
UC San Diego installs COVID test kit vending machines
Jan. 4, 2021
Toppan Printing tests facial scanning to improve cosmetics
Dec. 30
Entrepreneur launches beauty care vending machine at factory outlet center
Robotic coffee service machine replaces baristas
Dec. 23
Hong Kong installs vending machines to provide COVID-19 testing kits at rail stations
LamasaTech introduces gesture recognition platform for sign-in, temp screening kiosks
Dec. 22
Nebraska health system deploys COVID-19 screening kiosks
Intel invests in Truyo privacy, health check solutions
Dec. 21
Relief is at hand: Legislators OK $900B COVID-era relief package
Florida town deploying utility payment kiosks
Dec. 18
Pandemic drives foodservice and food retailers to digital transformation
Dec. 17
Houston to install DeCurtis Shield temperature screening kiosks
Dai Nippon Printing introduces display screen for touchless operation
Dec. 15
Welbitl teams with Apex Supply Chain Technologies on food pick-up lockers
Dec. 14
Frank Mayer and Associates introduces wrist temperature kiosk
Dec. 11
SmartSource introduces kiosks to prevent COVID-19
Dec. 10
Latvia introduces vending machine to offer COVID-19 testing
Dec. 9
Nymi teams with Elatec to give workplace wearables better access
Dec. 8
Illinois county considers $23,560 bid for thermometer kiosks
Fujutsu to distribute Zippin's self-checkout solution in Japan
Hong Kong transit stations offer COVID-19 specimen collection machines
Dec. 7
Purolator expands gift shipping self-serve kiosks in Toronto
UK PPE vending machines offer COVID-19 test kit
Dec. 4
Kiosks to sell lottery tickets in South Dakota
Dec. 3
Thales introduces double-sided ID card reader
InLighten introduces hand sanitizer/digital signage station
Dec. 2
How to use digital signage to meet COVID-19 restrictions
Lenovo to offer Kastus antimicrobial screen coverings
Vending machines provide free essentials to Orlando homeless
Dec. 1
Alabama Power introduces CityBase contactless payment kiosks in Mobile, Montgomery
Nov. 24
DraftServe Technologies introduces touchless beverage dispensing system
Nov. 23
How temperature screening kiosks keep employees, visitors safe during COVID-19
Nov. 19
Kodak Moments introduces touch-free photo printing solution
Study: Pandemic spurring retailer tech spending
Nov. 18
In search of truly touchless touchscreen interaction
Nov. 12
Creative Realities thermal temperature solution integrates with Brother mobile printers
Nov. 11
DermaScan develops screening tool to protect facilities from COVID-19
Nov. 10
Videotel Digital introduces touchless media player
Autonomous, robotic shelf now serving coffee shop customers
Nov. 6
USA Technologies Q1 2021 revenue beats expectations, losses continue
Nov. 4
New Jersey makes PPE products available at 10% discount
Nov. 2
Will self-service kiosks support today's retail environment?
Oct. 30
Tray DineSafe offers contactless automated locker, virtual drive thru
Thales introduces AI identity verification service
Oct. 26
Boyd Gaming teams with Aristocrat Technologies on cashless wagering digital wallet
Cash-to-card kiosks allow cashless purchases at 2020 World Series
Oct. 23
22Miles integrates 3D digital technology with Elo interactive solutions
Oct. 22
Michigan town installs temperature kiosk covered by CARES Act
Oct. 21
Need to deploy temperature screening solutions?
Chowbotics offers contactless ordering and video interface
Innovative Payment Solutions upgrades kiosk software for COVID-19
DeCurtis deploys temperature screening kiosks at Virginia college
Oct. 20
LamasaTech launches second generation Zentron kiosk
Freetouch introduces smartphone based touchless solution for public touchscreens
Oct. 16
Retailers warm to pickup lockers during pandemic
Oct. 15
Keywest Technology introduces transparent film that disinfects surfaces
Ziosk unveils expanded technology suite for restaurants
Oct. 14
Fastenal beats Q3 earnings thanks to safety product sales
Avius launches touchless customer feedback technology
Selecta installs 200th micro market as pandemic drives adoption
Videotel Digital introduces infrared touchless buttons for interactive products
Oct. 12
Contactless cards in a post pandemic world
Toppan Printing develops aerial touch display parallel to LCD panel
Oct. 8
Ultraleap introduces touch-free, gesture recognition retrofit for kiosks
New Jersey library introduces self-service book kiosks
Pennsylvania county approves parking kiosks
Missouri county approves funds for 6 temperature kiosks
Oct. 7
AI robot does double duty and then some for Ontario Regiment Museum
Backpack retailer installs safety vending machine, will expand product offerings
Oct. 6
SodaStream teams with Tomra on C02 cylinder exchange
Hand sanitizer offers custom printed backdrop
Oct. 5
How kiosks, digital signage can help schools reopen following lockdown
Oct. 2
Embed self-service kiosk helps Australia arcade survive COVID-19 challenges
Oct. 1
Onescreen deploys 5,000+ temperature screening kiosks
Sept. 30
Treasury to forgive PPP loans in response to borrower complaints
BioLife Sciences introduces touchless vending machines, marketplaces
Voice technology provider teams with Mastercard on solutions for restaurant orders
Sept. 29
ViewSonic introduces hand sanitizing stations with media player
Sept. 24
Pyramid Computer teams with FreeStylus to prevent virus exposure
Choice Market teams with omnichannel solutions provider, integrates self-serve kiosk
Sept. 23
ICX to fill the void left by DSE's disbandonment
EyeLock introduces biometric access system
Sept. 22
EyeLock introduces biometric access system
Startup introduces voice activated, touch-free interface for kiosks
Security technology provider teams with PopID on face based building entry technology
Sept. 21
How to navigate the legal side of touchless technology
Footwear retailer Keen introduces face mask vending machines
COVID-19 drives interest in antimicrobial coatings
Sept. 18
Ideum introduces touchless pedestal for exhibits
Sept. 17
POSBank teams with Esper on c-store kiosk rollout
Global Gaming Expo names speakers for virtual kickoff event in October
Sept. 16
Telehealth technology evolves in response to rising customer acceptance
Vending machine helps Australia retailers sell products during COVID-19 lockdown
Sept. 15
Despite COVID-19, touchscreens aren't going anywhere
Canadian vending operator introduces touchless mask dispenser
Disinfectant germicide spray decontaminates PPE equipment
Senior community installs PopID health screening
Sept. 14
Despite COVID-19, touchscreens aren't going anywhere
Where's the stimulus bill for small and midsize businesses?
Hofstra University disables automatic ID collection from temperature screening kiosks
Sept. 11
USA Technologies' Q4 revenue takes a hit, earnings improve
Sept. 10
USAT survey: COVID-19 boosts cashless vending
Sept. 9
Telehealth kiosks make big strides during COVID-19
Sept. 8
Why 3D imaging holds key to touchless kiosks
Avanti Markets upgrades micro market planogram features
Sept. 3
Global Gaming Expo to be virtual in late October
LamasaTech releases APIs to allow integration with its Zentron temperature range
Collins Aerospace introduces mobile phone check-in at airports
Sept. 2
ICX Summit postponed till June 2021
EV charging station expansion continues despite pandemic
ITEC Entertainment names BioWay reseller of touchless temperature kiosks
Sept. 1
ITEC Entertainment names BioWay reseller of touchless termperature kiosks.
Aug. 31
How a touchless interface kiosk fits into your business
Aug. 28
University of Mississippi deploys PopID automated temperature testing
Mississippi county to deploy temperature check kiosks
Aug. 27
Sights set on non-traditional locations, Saladworks pins growth on robotic saladmaker
DeCurtis deploys thermal shield kiosk at Seattle zoo
Aug. 26
Frank Mayer and Associates teams with Data Display Systems on workplace health screening kiosk
TouchSource teams with Cleared4Work on health screening
Aug. 24
Can self-service technology securely reduce COVID-19 risk?
Aug. 21
Meridian expands personnel management kiosks
Swyft will deploy PPE kiosks in NYC subway stations
Aug. 20
UVC Pure Light introduces hybrid induction/LED disinfection system
Captivate introduces safety platform for buildings
Aug. 19
LinkNYC uses Foursquare data to advise New Yorkers about retail traffic
Aug. 17
Antimicrobial carrying tool LINC to launch Kickstarter campaign
Illinois school district installs temperature check kiosks for students
Aug. 14
Pasadena restaurants launch 'face-pay' network, allow touchless payment
Aug. 13
Raydiant teams with health care infection control provider on antimicrobial film
Aug. 12
Pandemic challenge: Sanitizing those hard surfaces
COVID-19 drives demand for automatic breathalyzer kiosks
Aug. 11
Cashierless store technology startup raises $1M+ in Lithuania
Ideum offers open source touchless design
Aug. 10
Carvana's car sales jump 25% during coronavirus, but losses hit $160M
MIssouri school district to install telehealth kiosks
Pform Innovations teams with Swyft on PPE machines for New York subways
EyeLock introduces nano iris recognition reader
Aug. 7
US Mint urges consumers to use exact change to relieve coin shortage
Glass-Media introduces digital activation as a service
Lenovo teams with Instorescreen on touchscreens with anti-microbial coating
Creative Realities names distributors for thermal mirror temperature solution
Coca-Cola offers smartphone ordering from Freestyle beverage machines
Aug. 6
OnQ introduces anti-microbial retail display solutions
Aug. 5
Robotic bartenders help Iceland fast casual prosper in face of pandemic
Aug. 4
Freetouch launches smartphone based contactless solution for touchscreens
Elo introduces wellness check access control solutions
Aug. 3
Biotech company Phylagen introduces COVID-19 detection kit
July 31
EPA approves Lysol disinfectants as effective against SARS-CoV-2
California county installs Census 2020 kiosks at COVID-19 testing sites
July 30
Texas county to install video chat kiosks in prison cells
InLighten releases digital signage stations with hand sanitizer dispenser
July 29
CES goes all digital in January
Proposed bill will provide new PPP loans
NEC teams with Realeyes to provide emotion analysis solutions
July 28
Freetouch turns smartphone into trackpad, allowing remote control of touchscreens
July 27
Webinar explores how COVID-19 drives the growth of frictionless transactions
July 23
Rapid Scan combines technology and biology to prevent infectious disease
Creative Realities tabs Tech Data to distribute thermal mirror
Tokens cited as solution to coin shortage for coin machine operators
July 22
Detroit hospital tests health screening kiosks
July 21
American Airlines to introduce touchless check-in kiosks
Grubbr teams with GardaWorld Cash Services to provide contactless cash solution
Urban Air picks Appetize for ordering and payment in North America
July 20
Preparing for the post-pandemic environment will test retailers' flexibility
Westomatic introduces no-touch water and juice reflill dispenser
Mobile firewood vending machine serves guests in Washington park
July 17
Bill seeks to modify PPP loan forgiveness
Texas county installs temperature check kiosks for public buildings
Masabi launches contactless mobile ticketing for Calgary Transit
Passport Technology signs Alberta casinos and introduces self-service kiosks
July 16
How self-service helps a healing products retailer weather COVID-19
CyberLink to provide facial recognition to Sentry Health Kiosks
Sato introduces Take A Number kit to support social distancing
July 15
How self-service helps a healing products retailer weather COVID-19
PPE demand boosts Fastenal Q2 earnings amid uncertainty
Vengo Labs to deploy touchless PPE equipment
PayRange develops touch-free payment solution; teams with vending OEMs
July 14
InHand Networks launches temperature screening kiosk
Ideum teams with National Gallery of Art on touchless kiosk
July 13
How touch technology can design 'hygienic' kiosks
Coca Cola rolls out contactless Freestyle beverage dispenser
Columbus, Ohio installs parking kiosks to prevent COVID-19
July 10
Entrepreneur launches PPE vending business
July 9
Global Gaming Expo canceled; virtual events planned
Advantech launches thermal screening system
July 8
Workplace safety innovations let loose
SupplyPro introduces contact tracing technology to fight COVID-19
Dubak Electrical Group introduces temperature check kiosks
July 7
Antlia Systems introduces thermal detectors
Astreea introduces pedal-operated hand sanitizer
July 6
Oklahoma town to install COVID-19 protection kiosks
LamasaTech introduces alerts feature to temperature measuring kiosks
July 2
PPP loan application extended to August pending president's approval
CyberLink updates facial recognition software to detect masks
OpSense introduces self-service, wireless sensor to monitor foodservice operations
July 1
NYC installs PPE vending machines in subways
Janam Technologies introduces temperature sensing kiosk
June 29
COVID-19 accelerates contactless payment adoption in self service
Digital self service for payments in a post-pandemic world
PreciTaste launches AI-enabled health check kiosk
PopCom raises $1.3 M from crowdfunding
Trusted PPE introduces KN95 maksks
June 26
San Antonio IT firm introduces temperature detection kiosk
Canon introduces cloud based visitor check-in solution
June 25
Sato introduces temperature screening kiosks
Kiosks in Michigan supermarkets to allow residents to pay taxes and utilities
June 24
Newk's Eatery tests 'hardwareless kiosk,' plans to add vending coolers
365 Retail Markets adds touchless checkout kiosk
PAX Technology introduces Android-based kiosks
Optical Phusion introduces UV-C light solution for sanitation
June 23
Advanced Kiosks introduces temperature detection kiosk
Moe's opens first kiosk-only restaurant in Pittsburgh
TouchSource introduces wellness kiosk with temperature sensing and hand sanitizer
BioPPE debuts suite of PPE solutions
CEN Media Group teams with Ultraleap on touchless DOOH
Ventola Projects introduces multi-function wellness kiosk
June 22
How to clean a touchscreen on your self-service kiosk
Feds make forgivable PPP loans easier to navigate
LAZ Parking introduces prescreen tool to assist reopening facilities
Samsung integrates Creative Realities' thermal mirror in temperature check solution
Diebold Nixdorf restores full-year outlook amid improved performance
June 18
Walmart tests self-checkout only counters
Kastus teams with meldCX to protect kiosk touchscreens
22Miles introduces digital signage solutions to support safe return to work
Mastercard survey shows global surge in digital payments
June 17
CTA Digital introduces sanitizing stations
Wisconsin companies develop kiosk temperature scanner
June 16
COVID-19 quashes automated c-store Bodega
D & S Vending teams with Cleanlife on PPE kits for vending
VPR Brands introduces touchless, body temperature screening device
Outsight taps Velodyne Lidar sensing technology for smart cities monitoring
June 15
Pandemic reopenings may be premature; why self-service needs to step forward
Applied Imaging introduces personnel kiosks with body temperature screening
Gold Medal launches mobile hand sanitizing station
June 12
Impulsify designs unattended retail markets for apartment buildings
Cognize introduces AI based temperature check, mask screening and social distancing solution
Navori Labs launches QL Access Control for entrance management
June 11
United Airlines requires passengers to complete health assessment at check-in
Maysteel Industries introduces Germ Guard to prevent illness
Panasonic and PopID partner to bring facial recognition to restaurants, retailers
June 10
Hudson to introduce PPE vending machines to US airports
IoT company Qopper introduces temperature check kiosk
Digital Media Vending taps Global Vending Group for PPE distribution
June 9
Coca-Cola vending machines to accept bitcoin
DCBank to provide kiosks to dispense prepaid Mastercards
June 8
Robots join the battle against COVID-19
Intuiface intros reference designs for COVID-19 digital signage
June 5
Verifyii introduces temperature scan/access control solution
June 4
Senate approves bill to ease restrictions on emergency small business loans
June 3
COVID-19 to delay contactless payment installations for NYC transit stations
June 2
Contactless self-service lockers available for financial institutions
June 1
Post COVID-19: self-service kiosks will play a bigger role in limited service restaurants
Hyper Networks introduces temperature checking kiosk with facial recognition
Kiosks allow defendants to attend plea hearings remotely
Contactless self-service lockers now available for financial institutions
May 29
House approves bill to loosen PPP loan requirements
Are touchscreens worth it during COVID-19?
May 28
Kiosk Innovations introduces hand gesture and foot controlled navigation
May 27
Temperature check kiosks ready to tackle COVID-19
Kogniz introduces thermal security platform that measures body temperature
May 26
Californians rally against expanding facial recognition
Frank Mayer and Agile Force team on temperature screening
MVP Group introduces touchless hand sanitizer dispenser
May 22
Sushi intros Elo touchscreen for social distance ordering
JNL technologies announces SafeHealth, a visitor screening tool
Face mask vending machines expand worldwide expand worldwide, including US
Hand hygiene management system PathSpot raises $10.5 million
May 21
IntraEdge and Pyramid introduce privacy oriented self-check temperature kiosk
ADA Site Compliance offers accessibility solution for free during COVID-19
May 20
Robotic kiosk tackles the coronavirus
Milwaukee senior care provider sponsors hand sanitizer kiosks in pharmacies
AAEON introduces AI technology to monitor for fever and PPE compliance
Howard Industries teams with 22Miles on temperature detection kiosks
May 19
Pyramid Computer introduces kiosk to measure body temperature
USA Technologies hosts 1,000+ for first virtual educational summit
May 18
New self-service surge has arrived: Step forward OEMs!
Telemedicine kiosks help New Yorkers with developmental disabilities during COVID-19 outbreak
May 15
Nanonation introduces temperature screening kiosk
May 14
Selecta rolls out safety stations to help Europeans return to work
Dallas to buy temperature check kiosks for public facilities
BrightSign intros touchless solutions for retailers, restaurants
Digital Media Vending teams with Eco Gloves to dispense biodegradable gloves in PPE machines
May 13
How self-service equipment helps define the 'new normal' against COVID-19
Gaming equipment maker Razer dispenses face masks in Singapore vending machines
May 12
St. Louis teams with IKE Smart City on kiosks to help fight COVID-19
Building security service to provide touchless technology, including kiosks and vending machines
May 11
Southwest grocer Homeland deploys Toshiba self-checkout solutions
Laboratory confirms Katsus anti-microbial coating effective against coronavirus
Parsons Corporation develops contactless health screening kiosks
May 8
Touchscreens have a role to play in improving safety during the coronavirus pandemic
TouchSource introduces mobile enabled interactive directory to address social distancing
May 6
Shekel introduces touchless, machine learning self-checkout for supermarkets
Vengo Labs uses mobile technology to enable contactless product sampling
May 5
United Airlines to introduce touchless kiosks for checking bags, printing bag tags
May 4
Payment coalition claims COVID-19 contamination risk from U.S. currency overblown
Municipal Parking Services introduces temperature sensing kiosk
May 3
You got the PPP — so now what?
May 1
Safety mask provider installs vending machine in NYC
April 30
U-Select-It introduces PPE merchandiser with contactless payment
Partec converts facility to make face guards for hospitals
April 29
COVID-19 drives contactless payments; new emphasis on sanitation
PPP loan process perplexing: experts offer borrowers guidance
Uniguest offers new health and safety technologies
Second fed loan program for small businesses hits snags
April 27
Small businesses prepare for second chance at SBA loans
California casino to install temperature check kiosks
Restaurants and kiosks in a post-Covid19 world: what's the 'new normal'?
April 22
Steps to build a COVID-19 recovery plan
US Senate approves $484 B to shore up COVID-19 aid to businesses, hospitals
April 21
NYC expands contactless pay options for parking kiosks
April 20
Why healthcare kiosks are essential in the changing medical landscape
22Miles offers free tools during COVID-19
April 16
NAC launches ATM Deployer Survey on the impact of COVID-19
Emirates airlines requires passengers to first be tested for COVID-19
InfoComm to hold virtual event June 16-18
April 16
SBA runs out of COVID-19 relief money; lawmakers fight over refunding
Fastenal reports net sales increase for first quarter despite pandemic
April 15
Goldfinger Monitors' infrared touchscreens remove need for direct skin contact, enhancing safety
April 14
Betson teams with AMS on touchless medical machine powered by Vagabond
April 13
USA Technologies to hold virtual annual meeting April 30
April 8
Coronavirus disruption and the 'big tech' debate
COVID-19 fosters self-service innovation in China
April 7
Laundry service to extend PayRange mobile payment acceptance
COVID-19 pushes grocery shoppers to self-checkout
Vending machines to offer free face masks in Hong Kong
April 6
CARES Act to provide more loans, unemployment and tax benefits
Publix deploys contactless payment to protect customers
April 3
Businesses can apply for SBA loans starting today
Redbox touchscreens safe? Company notes increased safety measures in response to TV report
April 1
How to navigate SBA loans to survive COVID-19
Meridian to jumpstart sanitary digital signage/kiosk solutions
Senior center uses visitor and staff sign-in kiosk to prevent COVID-19 risk
Kiosks keep tabs on inmates released from jail during coronavirus pandemic
March 31
Federal CARES Act provides relief to businesses hurt by COVID-19
AVIXA cancels June InfoComm show
Howard Technology Solutions introduces 'baked in' antimicrobial solution for kiosks
March 30
Federal CARES Act provides relief to businesses hurt by COVID-19
New York lawmaker urges residents to use free Wi-Fi kiosks during coronavirus pandemic
March 27
POPcodes to help clients deliver COVID-19 safety messages at payment kiosks within 48 hours
Fastenal switches to online shareholders meeting due to coronavirus
March 26
$2 trillion federal stimulus package includes help for convenience services
UK to raise spending limit for contactless card payments due to COVID-19
March 25
Coronavirus jumpstarts self-service innovation worldwide
Presto announces free restaurant kiosks to minimize human contact during coronavirus
USA Technologies urges shareholders to support board nominees, cites urgency over COVID-19
DNP restricts employee travel, invokes safe practices
March 24
NRA show cancelled due to COVID-19 safety concerns
SATO America introduces telecommuting for some functions
NEC Display Solutions encourages employees to work remotely
March 23
The dos and don'ts of cleaning your kiosks
NAMA cancels 2020 show in Nashville
Panasonic enacts restrictions due to cornonavirus pandemic
SMRT1 Technologies develops medical supply kiosk
March 20
Orange Barrel Media, IKE Smart City offer free digital advertising during coronavirus pandemic
DMV office closures require Nevadans to use kiosks or Internet for transactions
March 19
Ramco Innovation attendance tracking with facial recognition and thermal scanning detects COVID-19
March 17
HonkMobile to provide contactless parking pay stations free to operators
March 16
Coronavirus snags equipment supply chains, delays some deployments
PAR offers foodservice operators tips on cleaning POS terminals to prevent contamination
PayRange app to help vending and laundry machine users with insufficient funds
Turkish firm develops vending machine to dispense masks, wipes, disinfectants
March 12
Digital Signage Expo postponed
March 11
Self-service equipment providers adapt to coronavirus woes
March 9
NAMA to offer free webinar Tuesday on how to address COVID-19
Feb. 21
Taiwan vending machine dispenses surgical masks during coronavirus outbreak
About Elliot Maras
Elliot Maras is the editor of Kiosk Marketplace and Vending Times. He brings three decades covering unattended retail and commercial foodservice.
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