Ohio bill could help shape vending tax policies

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

A bill currently under consideration in the Ohio state legislature seeks to clarify tax policy regarding food purchased from a vending machine, and whether eating that food is considered on-premises or off-premises consumption. The bill could influence how such food is treated in other states around the country.

Office comeback? What return-to-work means for vending sales

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The return to office work is helping the vending industry recover from the steep losses it suffered during the pandemic, but the rebound remains uneven. Ongoing challenges including rising costs and unpredictable workplace patterns mean operators must adapt to a more variable environment rather than expect a full return to pre-pandemic norms.

French teen faces jail in Singapore over vending machine straw stunt

A French teenager has been charged in Singapore after allegedly contaminating a straw dispenser at an orange juice vending machine and posting a video of the…

Music & Games

Music and game machines include juke boxes, video games, pinball machines, kiddie rides, crane "claw" machines and lottery machines. Music and game operators often manage amusement centers and arcades.