Vending Kiosks News & Media

Lock America co-Founder and CEO Frank Minnella passes away

April 18, 2025

Lock America has announced the passing of its co-Founder and CEO, Frank Minnella.

AI-powered coffee kiosk aims to redefine vending

April 17, 2025

CERĒS Robo Coffee Shop, a smart kiosk utilizing artificial intelligence to prepare specialty coffee beverages, has been introduced as a potential evolution of…

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Expanding the kiosk footprint: Byte's solutions unlock new verticals in unattended retail

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Byte Technology's versatile smart kiosk technology is driving the growth of unattended retail in non-traditional sectors like healthcare and education.

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Diaper vending machines installed at XNA airport

March 17, 2025

Northwest Arkansas National Airport has installed diaper vending machines, providing parents and caregivers with quick access to essential baby supplies…

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Dubai intros 'smart' perfume vending machines

March 13, 2025

Dubai has launched what is being touted as the world's first smart perfume vending machine, developed by Dubai-based The Smart Vendor LLC, according to a Curly…

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100% Quarterly Growth – Joy Vending’s Journey with AI

Joy Vending is a venture founded by a UCLA EMBA and a CUHK MBA. They chose to focus on vending machine operations and their sales grow by 100% for three…

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RedyRef launches RFID-enabled smart food fridge

February 25, 2025

RedyRef Interactive has deployed its Smart Food Fridge, an RFID-enabled refrigerated vending machine, at Aquila Commercial's Hartland City Club, according to a…

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Ontario library expands access with book kiosks

February 18, 2025

The Newmarket Public Library in Newmarket, Ontario, is expanding its services by installing book kiosks at two community facilities, according to a Newmarket…

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First vending machine-only convenience store opens in Ireland

February 14, 2025

A 24-hour convenience store, E-Kiosk, has opened in New Ross, Co Wexford, Ireland, claiming to be the first of its kind in the country, according to an RTE…

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PizzaForno vending machine brings 24/7 pizza to Gruene, Texas

February 13, 2025

A PizzaForno vending machine has opened in Gruene, Texas, offering 24/7 access to six different pizza flavors, according to a Herald-Zeitung report. Located at…

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Costa Coffee adds tea to 7K UK Express machines

February 13, 2025

Costa Coffee has expanded its menu to include tea at its 7,000 Express machines across the U.K., according to a Grocery Gazette report.

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Mobile County Health Department opens 5th kiosk in Citronelle

February 12, 2025

The Mobile County Health Department in Citronelle, Alabama, has opened its fifth health care kiosk, according to a WKRG 5 report. This one is located at its…

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Unleashed and on tap: Crate Escapes redefines dog parks with self-serve beer wall

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Westfield's Crate Escapes dog park offers a novel twist on canine socializing with a self-serve beer wall.

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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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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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LBX Food Robotics receives CSA Certification for Bake Xpress

January 24, 2025

LBX Food Robotics, a provider of hot food vending solutions, has received full Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification for its Bake Xpress hot food…

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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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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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Aberdeen Gift Card launches self-service kiosk in Scotland

December 5, 2024

The Aberdeen Gift Card, a local initiative in Scotland, has launched a self-service kiosk in Union Square, according to an Aberdeen Business News Report.

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Nori founder's Self-Service Innovation Summit keynote addresses socially conscious tech

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Dr. Anora Morton, CEO and founder of The Nori Project, a pioneering "Food Equi-Tech" company, will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming Self-Service Innovation…

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