Mexico cracks down on vape vending machines

May 2, 2023

The Mexican government continued its crackdown on vape vending machines this past weekend, shutting down two such machines in Tulum, according to a Riviera…

Do micro markets live up to the hype?

by Sam Roberts — Digital Marketing Manager, Connect Vending

A veteran convenience services operator tackles some misconceptions about micro markets and explains the technology's continuing popularity.

Networld Media Group launches Automation & Self-Service

May 1, 2023

Networld Media Group has announced the newest addition to its portfolio of online B2B media brands. The website, Automation & Self-Service, provides news…

Alcohol vending machines draw controversy in India

May 1, 2023

Politicians in Tamil Nadu, India, have criticized the government for introducing vending machines to sell bottled liquor.

Sports betting kiosks bring new revenue to Ohio

May 1, 2023

Sports betting kiosks, which became legal in Ohio in January, are bringing new revenue, according to a saturdaydownsouth.com report.

Texas A&M University tech supply store adds vending machine

April 28, 2023

12th Man Technology, a technology supply store on the Texas A&M University campus, has placed a vending machine in the school's Zachry building to offer…

Checkpoint Systems teams with Partner Tech Europe on apparel self checkout

April 27, 2023

Checkpoint Systems, a provider of RFID and RF technology solutions, has teamed with Partner Tech Europe, a POS solutions manufacturer, to develop the next…

Novelty vending machines expand in Washington town

April 27, 2023

Vending machines offering arts and craft items have popped up around Bellingham, Washington in the past year, according to a Cascade Daily report.

Metaverse standards forum incorporates

April 27, 2023

After creation under the Khronos Group nine months ago, the Metaverse Standards Forum has become an independent industry consortium.

Telpo deploys self-serve kiosks in Aeon supermarkets

April 26, 2023

Telpo, a China-based self-service kiosk manufacturer, has deployed its Telpo K7 kiosk in Aeon supermarkets throughout China, according to a press release.

ICXA announces 2023 Elevate Awards

by Alicia Lavay — Executive Director, ICX Association

Alicia Lavay is Executive Director at the ICX Association. Image provided. "Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little…

Epson intros minilab photo printer

April 25, 2023

Epson has introduced its SureLab D570 professional minilab photo printer for the event market, according to a press release. The printer provides a solution…

Suresite Group teams with Vianet on contactless payment solution

April 25, 2023

Suresite Group, a U.K.-based provider of retail solutions, has partnered with Vianet, a U.K.-based payment solutions provider, to introduce a contactless…

Cleveron intros indoor locker system

April 25, 2023

Cleveron AS, an Estonia-based technology provider, has introduced Cleveron 304, an indoor locker system retailers can use for large and odd-shaped parcel…

Ikea to invest $5.58 M in EV charging for delivery vehicles

April 25, 2023

Ikea, the Sweden base furniture retailer, will invest £4.5 million ($5.58 million) in a nationwide EV charging infrastructure to provide charging points for…

Beyond e-commerce: Checkout-free and interactive stores

Cashlierless checkout technology has delivered several new retail business models. The brand must understand the guest's journey to decide what model can best…

Snack POS intros tipping feature

April 21, 2023

Snack POS, a provider of restaurant point-of-sale software, has introduced a feature that allows customers to add a tip directly on the customer-facing screen…

Retailers to test ‘bring your own bag’ and returnable bag schemes

April 20, 2023

Shoppers will be encouraged to bring their own bags at certain retailers or to receive returnable bags under a pair of pilot tests at more than 150 stores…

Hempbox Vending taps Accel Media to sell kiosk screen advertising

April 19, 2023

Hempbox Vending Inc. has tapped Accel Media International LLC to sell advertising on its kiosk screens, according to a press release.

365 Retail Markets acquires UK foodservice menu management firm

April 19, 2023

365 Retail Markets, a provider of unattended retail technology, has acquired Kafoodle, a U.K. based food technology company that specializes in menu and…