Deadline extended for Top Women in Retail Technology Awards

September 11, 2026

The deadline for the Top Women in Retail Technology Awards has been extended to Sept. 18.

Beyond the kiosk: Why AI in retail still needs a human purpose

We’re moving from technology that waits for the customer to figure out what to ask toward systems that can participate in the conversation, but the opportunity…

The fresh food frontier, part 3: The cold chain becomes a data problem

by Ben Wheeler — Dir. of Business Dev. - Automated Retail, T-ROC

Fresh automated retail creates an unusual challenge. The store may be unattended, but the food cannot be unmanaged.

Get those nominations in for Top Women in Retail Technology Awards

September 2, 2026

Know a woman redefining how retailers and businesses engage with consumers or an influential female retail tech leader shaping the future of consumer-facing…

HOP Shops adds Mashgin, Glory checkout technology

August 27, 2026

HOP Shops is introducing new checkout technology from Mashgin and Glory as the convenience-store operator looks to speed transactions and give employees more…

Retail automation market projected to reach $65.4B by 2033

August 26, 2026

The global retail automation market is expected to grow from $30 billion in 2026 to $65.4 billion by 2033, according to a report from Persistence Market…

California city's self-checkout law prompts retailers to close lanes

August 26, 2026

A Long Beach, California, ordinance tying self-checkout operations to staffing levels has prompted most affected retailers surveyed by the city to shut down…

Eyebot brings automated vision testing to Quay stores

August 24, 2026

Eyebot has partnered with eyewear retailer Quay to install automated vision-testing kiosks at select stores, according to a press release, allowing customers…

Murphy USA to test White Castle kiosks at convenience stores

August 24, 2026

Murphy USA plans to introduce automated White Castle food kiosks at select larger-format convenience stores, according to a CSP Daily News report, giving…

Designing Immersive Experiences in Specialty Retail

Immersive specialty retail experiences take shape when store design, technology, and human interaction work together to create meaningful customer connections.

The Connected Guest Journey: Arrival to Departure

Connected technology helps hospitality businesses create more seamless, convenient experiences across the guest journey. This blog explores how connected…

What's Next for Grocery: Kroger and Toshiba Talk AI, Computer Vision, & Smarter In-Store Experience

AI and computer vision are creating new opportunities to transform grocery operations and customer experiences. This video explores how Kroger and Toshiba…

The fresh food frontier, part 1: Compliance before deployment

by Ben Wheeler — Dir. of Business Dev. - Automated Retail, T-ROC

Consumers increasingly expect better food choices in workplaces, hospitals, campuses, residential properties, transportation locations, and other places where…

Cashierless robot store highlights automation at Beijing conference

August 20, 2026

A cashierless convenience store demonstrated at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing showed how multiple robots could complete an entire retail…

The autonomous pivot: What independent retailers should know before going cashierless

by Ben Wheeler — Dir. of Business Dev. - Automated Retail, T-ROC

Computer vision, smart access, sensor-based product tracking, cloud software, and digital payments have made autonomous retail more accessible across…

Traveller Socks launches automated retail kiosk at French airport

August 12, 2026

French travel comfort brand Traveller Socks has opened its first airport retail installation at Brest Bretagne Airport in France, according to a Global Travel…

Prepango scores with FIFA merchandise vending machines

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Automated retailer Prepango used its airport network, remote monitoring and regional sales data to put official World Cup products within reach of travelers…

Virginia authorities seek suspects in self-checkout kiosk theft

August 4, 2026

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office in Virginia is investigating the theft of a self-checkout kiosk from a business along the U.S. Route 29 corridor…

Toshiba leader talks customer experience, mobile-first strategy

Eric Williams, senior account executive at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, shares insight on changing customer expectations, the value of a mobile-first…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Nominations open for Top Women in Retail Technology awards

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

Connect Media is honoring the brightest and best women in retail technology leadership roles who are driving innovation. Get those nominations in! Deadline is…