Retail News & Media
ADA lawsuits targeting kiosks: part 1
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Because the ADA does not specify how kiosks should accommodate the visually impaired, the industry is challenged in how to comply with the law's mandate.
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Cosmetics kiosk debuts at San Diego International Airport
April 5, 2017
The San Diego International Airport has added its first-ever cosmetics kiosk to its lineup of shopping spots, offering MAC makeup, according to NBC 7 San…
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Vending/micro market veteran ready to take on Amazon Go
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A vending/micro market veteran has developed a technology, featuring artificial intelligence, he believes will disrupt the consumer goods distribution industry.
read nowImageholders to display POS tablet kiosks at Retail Business Technology Expo
March 31, 2017
Imageholders will showcase its retail and POS tablet kiosks and self-service solutions at the Retail Business Technology Expo at London Olympia, May 8–9…
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Kiosks changing the game in more industries
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A self-serve kiosk that eliminates the wait to order and pay for food at an employee cafeteria is only the latest example of how kiosks are changing…
read nowQikServe unveils kiosk ordering solution for hospitality sector
March 23, 2017
QikServe, a multichannel ordering and payment specialist, has rolled out a new solution for hospitality businesses that are looking to implement kiosk-based…
read nowSelf-order kiosks come to McDonald's in Las Vegas
March 23, 2017
Customers walking to the checkout area of a southwest valley McDonald's can see that the technological future of fast-food ordering and customer service has…
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EV charging rates reach new heights, expanding options for a rapidly growing industry
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Numerous factors are influencing the rapid growth of EV charging stations. Faster charging technology is expanding options for property owners interested in…
read nowRising gold prices bode well for kiosks paying cash or gift cards for gold and jewelry
March 13, 2017
Goldstϋr, developer of an automated kiosk for converting old or unwanted jewelry into cash or store gift cards, is poised to capitalize on a spike in gold…
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Changing kiosk technology brings new verticals and applications, part 2: the pace accelerates
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Evolving kiosk technology has accelerated innovation, creating more opportunities for kiosks to facilitate tasks for businesses and organizations. Part 2 in…
read nowThe Venders to provide Rollasole USA rolled-up shoe kiosks
March 7, 2017
The Venders, an automated retailing manufacturer, has signed a deal to be the exclusive provider of custom kiosks to Rollasole USA, a marketer of rolled-up…
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Kiosk Marketplace announces the first annual Most Innovative Kiosk Awards
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The first annual Kiosk Marketplace Most Innovative Kiosk Awards honors excellence in eight customer categories. More than 400 readers filled out ballots and…
read nowPosiflex Technology to showcase new kiosks at RetailTech Japan
March 1, 2017
Posiflex Technology Inc. will showcase its newest products at RetailTech Japan, including its 21.5-inch and 32-inch self-service kiosks for retailers…
read nowIndustry veterans launch product dispensing kiosk for high traffic locations
February 22, 2017
A pair of kiosk and software veterans have developed a line of automated dispensing kiosks that feature a small footprint to allow retailers and brand owners…
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FastCasual's parent company launching FoodTruckOperator.com
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Networld Media Group will launch FoodTruckOperator.com on April 1. It will cover industry trends and news, profile business owners and explore the technologies…
read nowSam's Club adds health screening kiosks
February 14, 2017
Sam's Club is expanding into digital health via a new partnership with digital health kiosk company higi, offering free, self-service health screening to 62…
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How kiosks make Valentine's Day sweeter for florists, gift card merchants and others
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser
Kiosks play an increasingly important role on Valentine's Day for florists, gift card merchants and others. For florists, Valentine's Day is the single busiest…
read nowRobotic coffee kiosk using Mitsubishi 6-axis arm opens in San Francisco
January 31, 2017
Cafe X, a robotic coffee kiosk, has opened for business in San Francisco’s Metreon mall, according to The Wall Street Journal. Customers can tap their desired…
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Has the time finally arrived in the US for the automated c-store?
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser
Automated food and convenience retail stores have existed for many years, but in the U.S. they have never gained the traction they have achieved in Europe.
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Micro markets: the self-service supermarket in the lobby
by Frank Olea
Micro markets are expanding rapidly across worksites and heavily trafficked areas because they provide a large variety of fresh and high quality food and…
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