Flowhub introduces marketing suite to boost cannabis dispensary loyalty, revenue

September 30, 2025

Cannabis retail platform Flowhub has launched a marketing suite that integrates directly with its point-of-sale system, giving dispensaries tools to improve…

Prescription vending machines debut on Chicago’s South Side to boost access

September 29, 2025

Advocate Health Care has installed prescription vending machines at several facilities on Chicago's South Side in an effort to improve medication access and…

Long Beach ordinance limits self-checkout use

September 25, 2025

An ordinance in Long Beach is leading to the closure of self-checkout kiosks in some grocery and drug stores, according to an NBC Los Angeles report. The…

Smart vending machine uses facial recognition to verify age for THC products

September 24, 2025

A smart vending machine at an Austin shop is using facial recognition and ID scanning to ensure customers are 21 or older before purchasing consumable hemp…

Trends becomes 1st US dispensary to launch AI-powered wellness technology

September 23, 2025

Trends, a cannabis dispensary in Queens, New York, has launched Relief IQ, an in-store, AI-powered wellness and guidance platform. The dispensary is the first…

The human touch: How kiosks are transforming retail, restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Self-service kiosks have evolved from a novelty to an essential tool in retail and restaurants, streamlining operations and improving customer experience by…

Living on the Edge: Why Edge Processing is the Future of In-Store Camera Intelligence

Edge processing is transforming retail camera intelligence by shifting analytics from servers to AI enabled devices. This white paper highlights real time…

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TravelCenters of America installs self-service kiosks at Popeyes locations

September 18, 2025

TravelCenters of America is expanding its use of self-service kiosks at Popeyes restaurants as part of an effort to improve efficiency and customer experience…

Diebold Nixdorf named one of Time's World's Best Companies

September 16, 2025

Diebold Nixdorf, a company that provides solutions for banking and retail, has been named one of Time's World's Best Companies, according to a press release.

EcoATM expands to Canada in partnership with Walmart

September 15, 2025

EcoATM, a company specializing in electronics recycling, has entered the Canadian market through a new partnership with Walmart, according to a press release.

SML Group sells Clarity software, refocuses on RFID, data solutions

September 11, 2025

SML Group, a global provider of retail technology, has announced the sale of its Clarity software business to Omegro, a software acquisition firm. The…

Illinois man sues Home Depot over facial recognition at self-checkout

September 10, 2025

A Chicago man has filed a class-action lawsuit against Home Depot, alleging the company is illegally using facial recognition technology at its self-checkout…

Instacart partners with Morrisons to bring AI-powered shopping carts to UK

September 10, 2025

Instacart and Morrisons have forged a partnership that will introduce Instacart's Caper Carts, AI-powered smart carts, to the UK, according to a press release.

Sheetz rebuilding store near Hagerstown

September 8, 2025

Sheetz has begun a rebuild of its store and gas station at Huyetts Crossroads, near Hagerstown, MD and expects the new location to open in early 2026. The…

Ex-cop sentenced for stealing $2,200 in groceries at self-checkout

September 8, 2025

A former police officer, Gary Lee Gerdes, 75, has been sentenced to probation for felony theft after he was accused of stealing over $2,200 worth of groceries…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 2: How Retailers Can Thrive in the Evolving Buyer Landscape

Retailers must adapt to shifting buyer behavior as shoppers discover and engage with brands in new ways. This video highlights changing consumer research…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 3: Innovating With Confidence

Discover how embracing adaptive technology, strategic partnerships, and microservices can empower retailers to test, scale, and succeed in today’s retail…

Agility in Action: How Specialty Retailers Are Fast-Tracking Tech to Stay Ahead

Discover how specialty retailers can overcome outdated systems and rising customer demands. This blog explores how cloud platforms, unified data, and…

Elevating Customer Service with Technology: What Hospitality and Food Service Businesses Need to Know

Learn how hospitality and food service businesses can enhance customer service with advanced technology. This blog explores how retail-hardened POS systems…

USConnect granted US patent for Theft Detective technology

September 5, 2025

USConnect, a leader in convenience services and technology, has been awarded a U.S. patent for its "Theft Detective" system, a technology designed to combat…