AR Systems releases backend management system with anonymous shopper tracking

June 12, 2017

AR Systems, a provider of self-service kiosks, automated retailing systems and custom vending solutions, unveiled its new backend management system that…

SoftBank buying Boston Dynamics to boost robotic advancements

June 12, 2017

Robotics pioneer Boston Dynamics, owned by Google's Alphabet Inc., is being acquired by SoftBank Group Corp.

KioWare for Windows kiosk software adds devices and features

June 8, 2017

Analytical Design Solutions Inc. has released a new version of KioWare for Windows, supporting a number of new devices, according to a press release.

ICX Summit honors Olea Kiosks and Elevate Award winners in Dallas

Olea Kiosks receives the first annual Kiosk Innovation of the Year Award during the ICX Summit.

Redbox pushes back under new ownership

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Redbox plans to roll out new movie rental kiosks to counteract the decline that has occurred in recent years. The company believes movie rental kiosks have a…

ICX Summit: Speakers, keynotes are all 'A-list'

by Ben Wheeler — President, KioskGUY.COM

A lineup of kiosk experts will share their insights at the ICX Summit June 5-7, offering a bird's eye view of what's in store for interactive customer…

STEGO switch module DCM 010 allows switching DC currents safely in enclosures

June 1, 2017

STEGO, a thermal management specialist, has introduced its versatile DC switch module, the DCM 010. STEGO  unifies the DC versions of its products under the…

How vulnerable are kiosks to hacking? Part 2 – What operators can do

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As hacking becomes a bigger threat to computers, kiosk operators must stay current with operating systems and invest in kiosk software. Kiosk experts offer…

BrightDoor to demo kiosk and mobile apps at apartment expo June 21-24

May 26, 2017

BrightDoor, a provider of real estate marketing technologies, will introduce its kiosk and mobile applications at the 2017 National Apartment…

Self-order kiosks make a big splash at NRA Show

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Restaurants are driving much of the kiosk industry's growth, including partnerships among kiosk providers and POS software specialists.

GoMoto partners with UpdatePromise on auto dealer solution

May 24, 2017

UpdatePromise has partnered with GoMoto to create a fully embedded dealership management system with a connected consumer experience and engagement solution…

Robotic check-in airport kiosks navigate autonomously to reduce congestion

May 24, 2017

SITA Lab, which explores the future of technology in air travel, has unveiled KATE, an intelligent check-in kiosk that will autonomously move to busy or…

UK cinema operator taps Evoke Creative for theater ticketing kiosks

May 23, 2017

Vue, a UK cinema operator, has appointed Evoke Creative Ltd., a UK-based provider of interactive kiosks, to provide ticketing machines at movie theaters…

Food Online Ordering Systems integrates with Epson's printer for online ordering solution, including self-order kiosk

May 23, 2017

Food Online Ordering Systems, a provider of custom, in-house online ordering solutions for restaurants, has certified Epson America, Inc.'s latest product…

Provision Interactive Technologies, Inc. receives 3D holographic technology patent

May 19, 2017

Provision Interactive Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Provision Holding, Inc., has announced a new patent that will allow the company to protect the…

Hacked digital signage displays porn in Union Station

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

Commuters at Union Station got a little more than they asked for when a recently installed display began to play porn videos.

BrightSign teams with Felbro Displays on QSR self-ordering kiosk

May 18, 2017

BrightSign has teamed with Felbro Displays to develop a self-ordering kiosk aimed at the QSR market, according to a press release. The kiosk measures 18 inches…

Technology fuels demand for industrial supply distribution systems, part 2: computer peripherals

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As more companies provide employees with computers, managing computer peripherals has become a growing sector for providers of worksite product distribution.

Bill Butler to replace Tom Weaver as CEO at Kiosk Information Systems

May 15, 2017

Kiosk Information Systems has named Bill Butler chief executive officer of the company, succeeding Tom Weaver, CEO since 2012, the company announced. Weaver…

Innovative Technology Americas boosts its US presence

May 12, 2017

Innovative Technology Americas, Inc., the US arm of UK-based Innovative Technology Ltd., has tripled the size of its US team this year to offer its SMART range…