Michigan Meijer stores offer license renewal kiosks

February 27, 2020

Michigan motorists and watercraft owners are now able to renew license plates at 28 self-service kiosks at Meijer stores, thanks to a partnership between the…

Hospitality tech provider adds wayfinding solution for kiosks, signage

February 27, 2020

Uniguest, a hospitality engagement technology provider, has introduced Wayfinder, a solution that can be used with tablets, digital signage or digital…

7-Eleven introduces lottery kiosks in Oklahoma City

February 26, 2020

7-Eleven for the first time is selling lottery tickets in Oklahoma City, using self-serve kiosks, according to a KFOR-TV report.

Appetize names 2 new executives

February 26, 2020

Appetize Technologies Inc., a cloud point-of-sale solutions provider, announced two additions to the company’s leadership team: Craig Gatarz, executive vice…

Funko supports kids’ toys with interactive retail touchscreen

February 25, 2020

Funko, a maker of collectible vinyl figurines, unveiled a patent-pending vending machine with a touchscreen that dispenses character toys called…

Amazon debuts first Go Grocery store

February 25, 2020

Omnichannel giant Amazon is opening the doors today to its first cashierless grocery store, called Amazon Go Grocery, in Seattle.

PayRange Inc. raises $70M to upgrade machines to accept mobile payment

February 24, 2020

PayRange Inc. has secured $70 million in funding to digitize unattended retail machines at no upfront cost to machine owners, according to a press release. 

Amsterdam arcade features cashless readers

February 24, 2020

Visitors to Jar BV Gamestate in Amsterdam can experience the virtual reality immersion rooms aided by 180 smartTOUCH card readers that enable them to play…

Ford expands pilot kiosk test at dealerships based on positive results

February 20, 2020

Ford Motor Co. is expanding its pilot digital kiosks for customers based on improved efficiency, according to a press release. The pilot tests began last fall.

How self-service operators comply with biometric regulations

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Technology providers using biometric identification believe they can comply with stringent consumer protection laws despite some recent lawsuits.

Yoplait dishes out smoothies with facial recognition digital signage

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

One major challenge for advertisers is how to target customers based on their mood. Facial recognition technology is making it easier for advertisers to cater…

Citizen Systems America Corp. releases liner-free receipt printer

February 18, 2020

Citizen Systems America Corp., a manufacturer of printing technology, has released its CT-S601IIR Re-stick, liner-free receipt printer, according to a press…

Toast lands $400M in funding

February 17, 2020

Toast, a restaurant management platform in the U.S., has raised $400 million in its latest round of funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners, TPG, Greenoaks…

Has the time finally arrived in the US for the automated c-store?

Fully-automated stores offering food and convenience items have existed for decades, but in the U.S., they have never gained traction. Is that about to change?

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3 reasons to combine digital signage with a kiosk

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

When it comes to customer experience technology, a solution that combines both digital signage and kiosk elements can be a slam dunk. Need convincing? Here are…

The ‘Store of the Future’ has already arrived, says Appetize exec

Tools like cloud technology and microservices are now necessary, while 5G will bring exponential growth to device connectivity and allow a more media rich…

Auto dealership software supplier acquires GoMoto kiosk technology company

February 17, 2020

Reynolds and Reynolds, a provider of automotive dealership software, documents and professional services, has acquired GoMoto, a provider of kiosk technology…

NAMA seeks to exempt micro markets from DC cashless ban

February 17, 2020

 Wes Fisher Wes Fisher, manager of government affairs at the National Automatic Merchandising Association, asked the Washington, D.C. city council to…

New York micro market services provider eyes nationwide expansion

February 17, 2020

Marché, a micro market services provider launched this past November, is currently seeking worksite locations in New York City with plans to expand nationally…

UAE extends VAT kiosks for tourists to hotels, malls

February 14, 2020

The United Arab Emirates has expanded its value-added tax recovery self-service kiosks for tourists from entry/exit ports to shopping malls and hotels…