Mobility at the Forefront: How Mobile POS is Redefining Specialty Retail

See how mobile POS is reshaping specialty retail at the moment of decision. This blog explores how retailers are equipping associates to assist customers…

Connecticut seeks to limit self-checkout kiosks

April 22, 2026

A proposed bill in the Connecticut legislature would impose new restrictions on the use of self-checkout kiosks in retail stores, according to a report in The…

Kiosks helping courts close the justice gap

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Many Americans have found themselves shut out of the legal system, whether that be for cost, a lack of knowledge or the intimidation of trying to navigate…

New York casino launches $1M kiosk promo

April 21, 2026

The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort in Hogansburg, New York, has launched a kiosk-based "Instant Millionaire Promotion," a campaign designed to boost guest…

FUJIFILM intros instax SPOT Photobooth and Print Station

April 17, 2026

FUJIFILM North America introduced the instax SPOT, a next-generation photobooth and print station designed to turn on-site experiences into physical keepsakes.

Evolvending, ART eye additional airport expansions

April 15, 2026

Evolvending and partner Automated Retail Technologies plan to expand their automated dining solution across three more U.S. airports in the next quarter…

Kiosks and compliance: What operators need to know this year and beyond

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Kiosk operators need to consider a number of regulatory issues, including ADA compliance, cash acceptance regulations, energy standards and data privacy.

Amazon to stock weight loss drug in clinic kiosks

April 10, 2026

Amazon.com plans to begin stocking Eli Lilly's newly approved oral weight loss drug at kiosks located in some of its primary care clinics, while also offering…

BC Ferries lowers fare card top-up limits at kiosks

April 9, 2026

BC Ferries is lowering the minimum reload amount for vehicle Experience Cards purchased online and at self-service kiosks, reducing the threshold from $130 to…

Food pickup lockers addressing the 'last mile' in the guest experience

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Smart pickup lockers are helping address one of the key points (and cost issues) in restaurant operations. Additionally, their success is opening the door to…

Costco shifting from self-checkout to scan-and-go, shoppers report

April 6, 2026

Costco is adjusting its checkout strategy, with some stores eliminating or limiting self-checkout lanes in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce theft…

N.J. residents not laughing over April Fools gas pump prank

April 6, 2026

A social media post from New Jersey's official government account announcing the end of the state's ban on self-service gasoline sparked widespread reaction…

Austin approves smart city kiosks

April 3, 2026

The Austin City Council has approved the deployment of interactive digital kiosks in public rights-of-way, according to a press release, marking a step forward…

NAMA recognizes industry contributors

April 3, 2026

The National Automatic Merchandising Association has announced the recipients of its 2026 Industry Awards, recognizing individuals and companies that have made…

Illinois counties deploy job kiosk network

April 2, 2026

A network of job kiosks across Kane, Kendall and DeKalb counties in Illinois is helping connect residents with employment opportunities and workforce services…

New Zealand airline expands next-gen kiosk network

April 1, 2026

Air travel provider Air New Zealand is introducing a generation of self-service kiosks designed to significantly reduce domestic check-in times, according to…

Federal court rules in favor of kiosk/ATM clickwrap agreements

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

A federal court ruled that Bitcoin Depot's clickwrap agreements on its kiosks were enforceable in a scam victim case. What does this mean for kiosk clickwrap…

Circa Resort & Casino teams with VenHub on autonomous smart store

March 24, 2026

Circa Resort & Casino, in downtown Las Vegas, is partnering with VenHub to bring an autonomous smart store to the resort.

Eyes on the future: Vision screening comes to self-service kiosks

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The vision-screening sector has delivered steady growth over the past several years. One study shows these kiosks can reach $2.7 billion by 2032.

Charlotte preps for smart city kiosk rollout

March 20, 2026

Charlotte, North Carolina, is partnering with IKE Smart City to deploy interactive digital kiosks throughout the city, with a goal of enhancing public…