Global nonprofit LEXRA launches to grow out-of-home XR industry

May 28, 2025

A new global nonprofit, the Location-based Entertainment XR Association, has launched, aiming to foster collaboration, establish standards and promote growth…

Troubleshooting Slow Adoption to Your Kiosk Pilot

After you’ve invested time and money into planning your initial kiosk deployment, sluggish customer adoption can be a major frustration. But before scrapping…

365 Retail Markets intros modular smart store additions

May 23, 2025

365 Retail Markets, a provider of unattended retail technology, has launched modular smart store options designed to enhance its PicoCooler Vision product…

ShopRite stores adopt VoCoVo headsets in New York tri-state area

May 22, 2025

VoCoVo, which provides in-store team communication solutions, has deployed its Series 5 Pro Headsets at select ShopRite supermarket locations in the New York…

Expanding unattended retail with Byte Technology

Explore how Byte Technology is revolutionizing unattended retail, opening new markets beyond traditional vending with smart kiosk solutions.

Woman accused of using Walmart self-checkout in felony retail thefts

May 21, 2025

A Clarion, Pennsylvania woman has been charged with felony retail theft after allegedly stealing over $1,400 worth of merchandise from the Clarion Walmart in…

Forging loyalty in a no-staff world

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Learn how unattended retail can forge lasting customer loyalty by using personalized, value-driven programs continually improved by data and innovation.

The Self-Service Revolution: Why Facial Recognition Is Expanding Across Retail

Discover how facial recognition technology is transforming self-service in retail with faster, more secure and personalized customer shopping experiences.

The meaningful application: How automation is cultivating a more responsible future

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Automation innovations on display at NAMA 2025 demonstrate a growing trend toward responsible, ethical and sustainable solutions for diverse industries.

Cantaloupe partners with Carnival Cruise Line for Celebration Key dining

May 12, 2025

Cantaloupe, Inc. and Carnival Cruise Line have partnered to implement Cantaloupe's point-of-sale technology at Carnival's exclusive destination, Celebration…

Epson Robot dispenses custom nail polish in retail kiosk

May 8, 2025

Epson Robots has invested in Blank Beauty Inc., a Tennessee-based startup, to develop a retail kiosk that allows consumers to create custom nail polish colors…

TZ Limited achieves record SaaS growth, completes key acquisition

May 7, 2025

Australian smart lock innovator TZ Limited reported strong growth in its March quarter, driven by record software as a service revenue and the acquisition of…

Cashless payments accelerating in self-service retail

May 7, 2025

Consumers are grabbing credit cards and digital wallets over cash these days and the trend indicates a significant shift toward cashless payments in…

Illinois senator seeks to ban sports betting at arcades

May 7, 2025

Illinois State Senator Bill Cunningham is advancing legislation, HB 2724, aimed at prohibiting sports betting at entertainment venues like Dave & Buster's…

DN Storevolution™ Advisory Services: Driving Retail Success

Retail is evolving rapidly, and staying ahead requires a strategic approach. Nearly 90% of retailers now use an omnichannel strategy—but true success lies in…

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Key Metrics to Gauge Retail Display Success

Measuring the right KPIs is critical to proving your retail display program's success.

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Cerence AI, Code Factory introduce voice-powered interaction for self-service kiosks

May 5, 2025

Cerence AI, a provider of conversational AI for user experiences, has collaborated with Code Factory to launch VoiceTopping, a solution bringing voice…

NBA playoffs drive adoption of cashierless retail in stadiums

May 5, 2025

As the NBA playoffs progress, stadiums are increasingly implementing cashierless grab-and-go technology to enhance concession sales by reducing wait times…

Walmart enhances self-checkout security to combat card skimming

May 1, 2025

Walmart is implementing a significant change to its self-checkout systems by installing bright yellow rims around the PIN pads, according to a New York Post…

Mashgin self-checkout kiosks reach 1B transactions

April 30, 2025

Mashgin, a company specializing in AI-powered self-checkout kiosks, has now processed a total of one billion transactions, according to a Sports Business…