What’s in store for 2017? Part 1: Kiosks build on a strong foundation

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser

With positive momentum carrying over from 2016, a healthy stock market and continuously improving technology, most kiosk industry observers are optimistic…

AutoCrib Inc. enhances its software, introduces product refinements

December 27, 2016

AutoCrib Inc., a manufacturer of automated inventory vending systems, recently introduced AutoCrib .Net 4.0, an enhanced software product, according to a press…

Panasonic tests automated checkout in Japanese convenience stores

December 27, 2016

Panasonic recently unveiled "Reji Robo" — short for register robots — an automated checkout system that scans and bags groceries, according to CNBC.

Demand on the rise for customer loyalty kiosks

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As a marketing tool, kiosks can engage customers in various ways using email marketing or linking the kiosk to an interactive mobile experience. For the kiosk…

Meridian installs kiosks for Richmond County, North Carolina tourists

November 18, 2016

Tourists in Richmond County, North Carolina can learn about restaurants and attractions from outdoor and indoor kiosks deployed by Meridian. Meridian, working…

DynaTouch launches website for TIPS management software

November 17, 2016

DynaTouch, a self-service kiosk solutions provider, has launched the TIPS (Touch Information Presentation Software) kiosk management software website.

In the wake of AVT Inc bankruptcy, the company’s pioneering retail technology finds new life

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Since AVT Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection in May of 2015, the assets have been purchased and plans have been announced to enhance the the technology.

KeyMe self-serve key-copy kiosks spread through Sacramento

November 11, 2016

KeyMe, a 4-year-old New York company that claims to be revolutionizing the locksmith industry, is deploying key-copying kiosks at retail stores throughout the…

Peerless-AV debuts floor standing kiosk, flat panel cart and video wall mount

November 10, 2016

Peerless-AV, a provider of audio visual and digital signage solutions, has introduced a floor standing landscape kiosk, flat panel cart and full service video…

Olea Kiosk’s Monte Carlo gaming units build loyalty programs, manage comps

November 8, 2016

Monte Carlo gaming kiosks from Olea Kiosk arrived at a critical time for the gaming industry, the company noted in a press release. While the economy has…

Armodilo kiosks, tablet enclosures and stands support Microsoft Surface Pro 4

November 8, 2016

Armodilo Display Solutions will support the new Microsoft Surface Pro 4 tablet for all of their tablet enclosures, stands and kiosks including the Original and…

Countertop kiosk flexes to meet FIs' cash-handling needs

November 7, 2016

Source Technologies, a provider of integrated solutions for managing financial transactions, is introducing its 8-Series counter top kiosk.

A year after the US deadline, EMV compliance lags: Part 1 — What's causing the delay?

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

EMV system compliance has taken longer than many expected due to the complexity of integrating certified hardware with software and processors. Part 1 in a…

Have a kiosk and space, too!

by Kisha Wilson — Marketing Manager, SlabbKiosks

While most modern kiosks are now more compact, smaller businesses may still not have the luxury of additional space to accommodate a basic freestanding kiosk…

Chartwells deploys Epson printers to support food ordering kiosks at Utah educational institute

October 25, 2016

Chartwells, a school foodservice management contractor, has successfully installed Epson receipt printers to support kiosk ordering at Lassonde Entrepreneur…

Minutekey self-service key duplication kiosk taps USAT for cashless payments

October 24, 2016

USA Technologies, Inc. (USAT), a payment technology service provider of integrated cashless and mobile transactions in the self-service retail market, has…

North American kiosk-generated revenue to hit $4.4 billion by 2024

October 24, 2016

Revenue generated by kiosks in North America is pegged to jump a 6.1 percent compound annual growth rate to $4.4 billion by 2024, according to Transparency…

Livewire adds FreedomPay EMV processing

October 21, 2016

Livewire Digital has announced the integration and certification of the FreedomPay EMV payment processing system, providing fast processing of EMV-compliant…

SlabbKiosks announces another addition to its team

Las Vegas, October 17, 2016 – SlabbKiosks has announced yet another addition to its team. Ron Graves will assume the role of Account Manager as part of the…

DFI Tech intros upgrades to small form factor embedded computer

October 10, 2016

DFI Tech, a provider of SWaP-optimized embedded computing solutions and board products, has released a new version of its M90 series small form factor computer…