Springfield Hy-Vee stores remove self-checkouts in favor of staffed express lanes

January 22, 2025

Hy-Vee grocery stores in Springfield, Missouri, are removing self-checkout lanes in favor of staffed express lanes with cashiers, according to a Springfield…

Santa Clara County suspect arrested for $11K self-checkout scam

January 21, 2025

A suspect in Santa Clara County, California, was arrested for allegedly stealing over $11,000 worth of merchandise from multiple Target stores, according to a…

Self-checkout soars: Speed, convenience drive customer demand

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

A recent survey reveals 77% of shoppers now prefer self-checkout due to speed, despite concerns about theft and job displacement, highlighting a generational…

Kodak Moments launches Edge Order Station for retail photo departments

January 17, 2025

Kodak Moments, a photo products and services provider, has launched a self-service kiosk called the Edge Order Station, according to a press release. The kiosk…

Homechow expands with kiosk launch at Rochester-area malls

January 15, 2025

Homechow, a Rochester, New York-area vending machine kiosk business, is expanding its reach with the launch of kiosks at Eastview Mall, Marketplace Mall and…

AI-powered self-checkout system now available for c-stores

January 15, 2025

NCR Voyix Corp. has introduced an automated, artificial intelligence-powered bulk scanning self-checkout solution for convenience stores. The system, piloted…

Self-checkout popularity grows among shoppers

January 15, 2025

A recent consumer survey conducted by NCR Voyix found that self-checkout options are increasingly favored by shoppers, with 77% citing speed as the primary…

Star Micronics Unveils Cutting-Edge Receipt and Removable Linerless Label Printers

Two innovative models, the TSP143IV X4 and TSP143IV SK X4 receipt and linerless label printers, redefine printing for modern retail and hospitality…

Kroger manager accused of stealing $44K in cash from self-checkout registers

December 27, 2024

A front-end manager at a Kroger Marketplace in Grovetown, Georgia, has been arrested for allegedly stealing $44,000 in cash from self-checkout registers…

Franklin Instore debuting Elo-powered digital merchandising platform

December 18, 2024

Franklin Instore is debuting its Elo-powered Instore Digital + Merchandising Ecosystem at the upcoming National Retail Federation event in Jan. 2025.

Aldi Australia expands self-checkout options

December 16, 2024

Aldi Australia is rolling out self-checkout options in more stores across the country, as part of its commitment to providing a "Good Different" shopping…

Samsung, SoundHound AI among 2024 Automation and Self Service award winners

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Self-Service Innovation Summit announced the winners of its fifth annual Automation & Self-Service Awards on Dec. 10, recognizing the most innovative…

Tencent Cloud partners with BeLive Technology to enhance livestreaming with digital humans, self-service technology

December 13, 2024

Tencent Cloud and streaming media service provider BeLive Technology have expanded their partnership to integrate digital human solutions, leveraging the power…

Stop & Shop expands digital access with in-store kiosks

December 12, 2024

Stop & Shop, a New England regional grocery retailer, is bridging the digital divide for customers by introducing Savings Station kiosks across its 350…

How self-service technology is revolutionizing the in-store holiday shopping experience

by Misty Berlin — VP of Sales and Partnerships, ACRELEC

The holiday shopping season is underway, with retailers worldwide rolling out enticing deals to drive foot traffic and boost sales. While many consumers…

Nori founder's Self-Service Innovation Summit keynote addresses socially conscious tech

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Dr. Anora Morton, CEO and founder of The Nori Project, a pioneering "Food Equi-Tech" company, will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming Self-Service Innovation…

Ink'd Greetings offers free personalized holiday cards

December 3, 2024

Ink'd Greetings, which provides self-service kiosks where customers can design and print personalized greeting cards, is spreading holiday cheer by offering…

Massachusetts Gaming Commission weighs pros, cons of sports betting kiosks

November 26, 2024

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is exploring the possibility of allowing sports betting kiosks in retail locations such as bars and restaurants. This…

TikTok influencer arrested for Target self-checkout theft

November 26, 2024

A 22-year-old TikTok influencer, Marlena Valez, was arrested this week in Florida after allegedly stealing over $500 worth of merchandise from a Cape Coral…

Catdi Printing leverages AI for instant quoting, expands kiosk network

November 22, 2024

Catdi Printing, a commercial printing solutions provider, has begun integrating advanced AI capabilities to streamline its quoting process, according to a…