NAPA Technology taps Clear for age verification on alcoholic drinks

June 1, 2023

NAPA Technology, which provides WineStation and TapStation dispensing systems, has partnered with Clear, the secure identity company, to provide a…

Oklahoma introduces harm reduction vending machines

June 1, 2023

Oklahomans suffering from substance abuse can access Naloxone and fentanyl test strip kits at 40 vending machines installed statewide, according to a press…

Fast casual PLNT Burger readies self-serve voice order solution

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Following the pandemic, Ben Kaplan has looked to technology to restore personalization to unattended transactions, leading him to an AI-enabled voice order…

Dublin airport updates bag drop kiosks

May 30, 2023

Ryanair, a European airline, has introduced six bag drop kiosks at Dublin Airport's Terminal 1, Area 13, according to a DublinLive report. The kiosks feature a…

Facial recognition and customer loyalty: The new reality

Facial verification using facial recognition can play a role for customer loyalty programs. By identifying and verifying customers, it can enhance the customer…

ICXA retail peer group talks automation, consumer behavior

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

The ICXA Retail Peer Group offers retail leaders a rare chance to share insight and talk retail customer experience issues, trends and challenges.

3 reasons to attend this year’s ICX Summit

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Mark the date -- Sept. 11-13, 2023 -- to network with peers, learn about retail innovations and get a firsthand look at the latest technologies driving…

University of Cincinnati installs campus feedback kiosks

May 24, 2023

The University of Cincinnati has deployed HappyOrNot kiosks across the Uptown campus according to a news release. These kiosks serve as a tool to track…

Wakefern intros multimedia product sampling kiosks

May 17, 2023

Wakefern Food Corp., the nation's largest retailer-owned cooperative, is expanding its use of Freeosk's interactive multimedia sampling kiosks for turn-key…

Moscow Transport tests virtual cards

May 17, 2023

Moscow Transport is testing virtual Troika cards at the turnstiles of the Moscow Metro and the Moscow Central Circle, enabling passengers to pay using their…

How and why employees hold key to unattended airport concessions

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The need for unattended retail became obvious during the pandemic, but HMS Host employees played a critical role in assisting guests with technology at Phoenix…

Convenience retail innovation mesmerizes attendees at Georgia World Congress Center

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The trade show offered a wealth of innovation such as checkout-free markets, smart glassfront merchandisers, AI enabled biometric identification and age…

Rugged COM Express CPU Module with Intel Atom x6000 Processors

IBASE Technology Inc. (TPEx: 8050), a leading provider of industrial motherboards and embedded computing solutions, has announced the release of its latest…

How AREA15 leverages data to lift the customer experience

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Mark Stutzman, chief technology officer of AREA15 in Las Vegas, will speak on 'Leveraging Data to Improve the Customer Experience and Journey' at the…

Self-checkout tip requests draw criticism

May 8, 2023

As self-checkout expands at retail, shoppers are noticing checkout screen requests for tips, requests that are causing some consternation among consumers…

Digital Transformation Technologies To Implement For 2023

When you’re responsible for ensuring your organization’s day-to-day operations run smoothly, securely, and reliably, it can be difficult to find time to look…

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Xwell installs automated massage chairs at US airports

May 3, 2023

Xwell Inc., a provider of health and wellness solutions, has teamed with WellnessSpace Brands and Human Touch, a manufacturer of hands-free massage equipment…

Fort Worth Airport travel store boosts convenience with checkout-free shopping

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The Fort Worth Magazine Travel Store improves both customer convenience and staff efficiency powered by Zippin's AI-enabled checkout-free technology.

Travelex expands ATM click-and-collect across UK airports

May 2, 2023

Travelex Ltd., a foreign exchange brand, has expanded its ATM click-and-collect service across Heathrow, Birmingham and Manchester airports following a…

Uniguest acquires video solutions provider Bunch

May 2, 2023

Uniguest, a hospitality technology provider, has acquired Bunch, a video solutions provider specializing in video-based engagement for business, according to a…