Pepsico ‘snackbot’ delivers snacks via self-driving vehicles

January 7, 2019

Pepsico, in partnership with Robby Technologies, has introduced snackbot, a self-driving robot that brings snacks and beverages from Hello Goodness, a…

Qatar insurance company deploys two insurance kiosks

January 3, 2019

QIC Insured, the retail division of Qatar Insurance and the largest insurer in the MENA region, has opened two mall kiosks to meet insurance needs of walk-in…

New year outlook: 2019 expected to surpass 2018

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Kiosk industry observers are upbeat for 2019 as retailers are recognizing the need for in-store technology to assist their overburdened sales associates, a…

Leading kiosk topics in 2018: self-checkout, self-order and more

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The best read stories of 2018 covered a wide range of topics, with self-checkout and restaurant self-order technologies among the more popular themes.

KioWare for Windows supports Omron facial recognition among new improvements

December 31, 2018

KioWare Basic and KioWare Full for Windows now support the Omron facial recognition device and Omron multi-sensor device, according to a press release. Facial…

NexTech AR Solutions integrates IBM Watson machine learning for e-commerce

December 28, 2018

NexTech AR Solutions has begun integrating IBM Watson's machine learning algorithms into its patent pending web enabled augmented reality platform as it builds…

8 digital signage uses in cannabis dispensaries

Recent applications of digital signage in marijuana dispensaries have highlighted how the merging of displays, content management software and point of sale…

Assa Abloy acquires package locker provider Luxer One

December 26, 2018

Assa Abloy, a provider of door opening solutions, has acquired Luxer One, a provider of package locker solutions, according to a press release.

DeepMagic introduces “Qick Kiosk” cashierless stores

December 20, 2018

DeepMagic, a New York City-based technology company, uses a combination of computer vision and artificial intelligence to provide self-contained, cashierless…

Amazon exec: Voice assistant makes retail experience personal, natural, authentic

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Voice commerce continues to grow, offering retailers new ways to engage the consumer. But Patrick Gauthier, vice president of Amazon Pay, has more questions…

Novomatic sports betting kiosk debuts in Atlantic City

December 18, 2018

The Novomatic F-V830 full-service sports betting kiosk recently made its debut in North America, following the opening of DraftKings Sportsbook at the Resorts…

Pittsburgh hospital teams with Giant Eagle on video conference health care kiosks

December 17, 2018

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center has partnered with the Giant Eagle supermarket company to providing video conferencing kiosks in supermarket…

Heritage organization installs informational kiosks

December 15, 2018

Essex Heritage, a nonprofit organization that helps preserve the character of Essex County, Massachusetts, recently unveiled an informational kiosk near the…

Civiq Smartscapes to install smart kiosks at Boston convention center

December 14, 2018

Civiq Smartscapes, a kiosk solutions provider, will provide smart kiosks for the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority's Boston Convention and Exhibition…

Mall of America launches shopping hologram concierge for holiday season

December 13, 2018

Vntana, a mixed reality company, has teamed with Mall of America to launch its first-ever shopping hologram concierge to bring consumers a personalized…

How kiosks can help retailers simplify the busy holiday season

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Despite increases in online purchases, consumers are still turning to brick and mortar stores to meet their holiday shopping needs — especially those who find…

One Step Vending to place cannabis machines in New York convenience stores

December 12, 2018

One Step Vending Corp. has signed agreements to place automated dispensaries of cannabis derived products in convenience stores in Queens and Brooklyn, New…

McDonald’s touchscreen study calls for zero tolerance approach

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The McDonald's touchscreens sampled in the U.K. study have caused no illnesses to date, indicating that the risk is being managed. But that’s not the end of…

Amazon cashierless store may take flight in airports

December 10, 2018

The Amazon Go cashierless store concept may be moving into airports as the powerhouse omnichannel retailer is reportedly evaluating airport location options.

Coinstar gains foothold in France by acquiring Eurocycleur

December 7, 2018

Coinstar LLC has acquired Eurocycleur, a self-service coin counting vendor with 625 kiosks in major retailers across France. Eurocycleur will continue to…