Retail News & Media
Tennessee woman banned from all Walmart locations due to shoplifting
February 14, 2025
Ashley Cross, a Tennessee resident, is now banned from entering any of Walmart's retail stores nationwide after a shoplifting spree, according to a Daily Mail…
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The cost of leaving self-service kiosks out of your strategy
by Katie Kochelek — Marketing Specialist, Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.
Over the last decade, self-service kiosks have reshaped customer expectations and raised the bar for efficiency and convenience. Yet, brands that haven't…
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CoolSys offers Redbox kiosk removal, recycling service
February 11, 2025
CoolSys, a provider of sustainable refrigeration, HVAC, energy and engineering solutions, has launched a service to remove and recycle Redbox kiosks, according…
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NCR Voyix appoints James Kelly as CEO and president
February 7, 2025
NCR Voyix, a digital commerce solutions provider, has named James Kelly as its next CEO and president, effective immediately, according to a Fintech Futures…
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Idaho man charged with felony burglary after alleged Walmart self-checkout scam
February 5, 2025
A 32-year-old Idaho man, Dylan Rockwell, has been arrested and charged with felony burglary after allegedly using a homemade barcode ring to defraud a Walmart…
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Sanibel Island residents gain prescription pickup kiosk
February 3, 2025
Island Wellness Pharmacy in Fort Myers, Florida, slated to open later this year, has launched a prescription pickup kiosk inside Jerry's Foods on Sanibel…
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Lidl UK to introduce digital micro-donation system at self-checkouts
January 30, 2025
Lidl is set to become the first UK supermarket chain to introduce Pennies, a digital micro-donation system, to its self-checkouts, according to a Birmingham…
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Amazon expands Whole Foods CEO's role to oversee grocery stores
January 30, 2025
Amazon is expanding the role of Jason Buechel, CEO of Whole Foods Market, to oversee its Worldwide Grocery Stores business, including Amazon Go convenience…
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Cantaloupe acquires CHEQ, expanding into sports, entertainment
January 30, 2025
Cantaloupe, Inc. has acquired Cheq Lifestyle Technology Inc., a provider of self-service solutions for sports, entertainment and restaurants. The acquisition…
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AI-powered self-service: Ethical and privacy considerations
by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group
Dr. Jason Corso, a leading expert in computer vision and AI, shares his insights on how AI is revolutionizing the retail industry, from enhancing self-service…
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Stop & Shop completes rollout of savings station kiosks
January 28, 2025
Stop & Shop has completed the installation of its "Savings Station" kiosks in all of its 350-plus stores across five states, according to a Chain Store Age…
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Texas university installs Farmer's Fridge kiosks for on-campus dining
January 27, 2025
The University of Texas at San Antonio has expanded its dining options with the installation of two Farmer's Fridge smart refrigerators, according to a UTSA…
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Mashgin expands AI-powered checkout to 50 campuses
January 27, 2025
Mashgin, a provider of computer vision and AI-driven checkout solutions, significantly expanded its presence in higher education in 2024. The company added 5…
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Extenda, Turnpike team up for frictionless self-checkout
January 23, 2025
Extenda Retail and Turnpike have partnered to launch Frictionless Self-Checkout, an integrated solution that aims to enhance the shopping experience, according…
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Melanie Day: Revolutionizing campus hair care with self-service solutions
by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group
Learn how In Living Curls, grounded in accessibility, affordability, and community, is transforming the college experience.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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