Self-service innovators honored at ARKI Awards

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Awards honors innovators and influencers in automated retail, kiosks and responsible self-service.

Trybe intros check-in kiosks with RFID wristband integration

December 10, 2025

Trybe has introduced a check-in kiosk with wearable wristband integration for reservations and cashless payments. Guests can scan a QR code at the kiosk to…

From Transactions to Experiences: Empowering Associates to Drive Operational Efficiency

Learn how retail is moving beyond the checkout as companies prioritize engagement and emotional connection throughout the customer journey. This blog…

Rethinking Retail: Strategies to Meet Evolving Customer Expectations

Retail is entering a new chapter where every interaction has the potential to shape lasting connections with customers. This infographic explores how…

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Canadian hospital launches emergency room wait time dashboard, self-arrival kiosk

December 9, 2025

Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada has launched an emergency department wait time dashboard and self-arrival kiosk. The dashboard shares…

Transforming high-traffic operations: The power of strategic self-service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel of experts at the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Dec. 10-12 will discuss how strategically deploying smart self-service solutions can elevate…

Oklahoma library debuts book vending kiosk at local mall

December 5, 2025

A self-service book vending kiosk has been launched by the Tulsa City-County Library, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

National Retail Solutions (NRS) Partners with NationsBenefits to Enable “One Tap” OTC Card Acceptance

National Retail Solutions (NRS), operator of the leading point-of-sale (POS) network for independent retailers in the US and Canada, today announced a…

The high cost of 'almost accessible:' Why hardware is only half the battle for kiosk compliance

by Katie Kochelek — Senior Marketing Specialist, Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.

Although many companies using kiosks have some level of accessibility built in -- compliant height, reachable screens or appropriate clearance --- stopping…

Telehealth medicine driving growth of patient self-service kiosk market

November 26, 2025

The expanding use of telehealth medicine is a primary catalyst accelerating the global patient self-service kiosk market, which is projected to reach $1.…

Self-service kiosks: Business benefits, uses

Here's a guide that explains self-service technology and how it fits into a wide range of industries, from banking to hotels.

Self-service kiosk consumption market to hit $10B by 2031

November 25, 2025

The global self-service kiosk consumption market is projected to hit $10.12 billion by 2031, with an annual growth rate of 7.8% in the next six years.

Elevating customer service with tech: What hospitality, food service businesses should know

Learn how hospitality and food service businesses can enhance customer service with advanced technology from POS systems to flexible self-service solutions.

Art dispensers created from 'retired cigarette vending machines' increasing footprint

November 20, 2025

The movement to repurpose retired cigarette vending machines into dispensers of original artwork is gaining momentum nationwide, including a stop at the Moxy…

Starbucks self-order kiosks arrive in Seoul

November 18, 2025

Starbucks Korea has debuted two self-order kiosks at its Myeong-dong branch in central Seoul.

Machines collect personal items for those in need

November 17, 2025

The Giving Machine, an initiative by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been in existence since 2017 and has expanded this year with 12…

How to prevent ATM, kiosk downtime

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A webinar from Switch Always On discusses the common causes of self-service downtime and how to prevent them.

Future-Ready Hospitality: Modularity as a Growth Strategy

Discover how modular technology is transforming hospitality by helping businesses adapt faster and elevate every guest interaction. This blog explores how…

AI That Knows Your Order: Behind the Tech in Everyday Stops

AI is transforming convenience retail by predicting customer preferences and streamlining every interaction. This blog explores how intelligent systems…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 5: How Produce Recognition Tech is Revolutionizing Self-Checkout

This episode of Let’s Talk Retail explores how AI-powered produce recognition is transforming grocery checkout. Toshiba’s Johanna Hinkle explains how smart…