Convenience store chains turn to self-checkout kiosks

August 31, 2026

Three convenience store chains — Eagle Stop, Good 2 Go and MotoMart — are introducing self-checkout as operators look to provide faster transactions while…

Retail automation market projected to reach $65.4 billion by 2033

August 26, 2026

The global retail automation market is expected to grow from $30 billion in 2026 to $65.4 billion by 2033, according to a report from Persistence Market…

California city's self-checkout law prompts retailers to close lanes

August 26, 2026

A Long Beach, California, ordinance tying self-checkout operations to staffing levels has prompted most affected retailers surveyed by the city to shut down…

Walmart to roll out tap-to-pay across U.S. stores

August 25, 2026

Walmart will begin offering tap-to-pay at select Walmart stores and Sam's Club locations Aug. 24, expanding the payment options available to customers at…

Designing Immersive Experiences in Specialty Retail

Immersive specialty retail experiences take shape when store design, technology, and human interaction work together to create meaningful customer connections.

The Connected Guest Journey: Arrival to Departure

Connected technology helps hospitality businesses create more seamless, convenient experiences across the guest journey. This blog explores how connected…

Sainsbury's pauses facial recognition system after customer wrongly accused

August 19, 2026

British supermarket chain Sainsbury's has temporarily suspended facial recognition technology at its East Dulwich store in London after employees wrongly…

Self-checkout's labor equation goes beyond cutting cashier hours

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Self-checkout can reduce the labor devoted to conventional cashiering, increase the number of transactions employees can supervise and free associates for…

Two men charged in theft of $5K self-checkout kiosk

August 17, 2026

Two men have been arrested in connection with the theft of a self-checkout kiosk valued at more than $5,000 from a business in Campbell County, Virginia…

The battle for the breakroom: Which automated retail model wins?

by Ben Wheeler — Dir. of Business Dev. - Automated Retail, T-ROC

Micro-markets, smart coolers, connected vending machines and specialty food systems are giving employers and property managers far more choices when providing…

Morrisons to deploy Everseen AI in 200 UK stores

August 10, 2026

Major U.K. supermarket chain Morrisons has entered a long-term partnership with Cork, Ireland-based Everseen to introduce computer-vision technology at its…

California approves first cannabis self-checkout kiosk

August 7, 2026

Cannabis dispensary Perfect Union Northside in Sacramento has introduced what its parent company describes as California's first regulator-approved cannabis…

Virginia authorities seek suspects in self-checkout kiosk theft

August 4, 2026

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office in Virginia is investigating the theft of a self-checkout kiosk from a business along the U.S. Route 29 corridor…

Self-checkout rules spread as states weigh limits

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

States and local governments are increasingly considering self-checkout regulations addressing staffing levels, transaction limits, accessibility…

Enhancing the Hotel Guest Experience Through Intelligent Self-Service

The hospitality industry is rapidly embracing self-service technology as hotels look for ways to improve guest satisfaction, reduce front-desk bottlenecks and…

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Why Product Longevity Matters in Retail Technology

Product longevity helps retailers create a stronger foundation for long term operational success. This blog explores how durable technology, stable system…

The Influence of AI in Sustainable Retail Operations

Artificial intelligence is helping retailers strengthen sustainable operations through smarter decision making. This blog explores how AI improves demand…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 7: Part 3: How a Mobile First Strategy Enhances the Retail Journey

Retailers make stronger business decisions when they have a clear understanding of customer needs and market conditions. This episode explores how customer…

NY proposal would require self-checkout discounts

July 7, 2026

A New York state lawmaker has proposed requiring retailers and supermarkets to give customers a 10% discount when they use self-checkout kiosks, according to a…

Self-checkout's shrink problem persists, report says

June 22, 2026

A new industry report finds that self-checkout has become the dominant transaction method in many retail stores, but it continues to generate higher levels of…