Office refreshments more important than ever in the post pandemic era

by Sam Roberts — Digital Marketing Manager, Connect Vending

One of the biggest challenges businesses are facing in the post pandemic era is how to meet employee expectations. Many companies are allowing employees to…

Gamification meets physical leisure: Europe sets the pace

by Kevin Williams

As Europe and the rest of the planet learns to cope with COVID, many are finding solace by enjoying the creative escapes of 'active entertainment.'

Emerging trends boost crypto ATM industry growth

by Nair, Priyanka Nair — Content Developer - Research, Global Market Insights Inc.

Crypto ATMs are among the safest ways of buying and selling cryptocurrencies. They can protect investors from constant price fluctuations and users are…

Could ‘artainment’ be ‘Cinema 2.0’?

by Kevin Williams

The creation of ticketed experiences that can travel cities and offer an art appreciation element suitable for the interests of the modern audience is an…

Why technology is driving a bright future for vending

by Caroline Jeanneau

Providing the right customer experience, with a fast, seamless and secure purchasing journey, is a key factor for success. To manage this transformation…

How e-sports drives immersive entertainment and vice versa

by Kevin Williams

E-sports and immersive entertainment are emerging in tandem from all corners of the globe and are likely to impact other hospitality and retail landscapes.

Gaming, entertainment embrace blockchain, metaverse, NFTs

by Kevin Williams

The hype continues surrounding the utilization of blockchain and NFTs in the metaverse, e-sports and entertainment venues.

What's driving the growth of bitcoin ATMs?

by Marc Grens — Co-Founder and President, DigitalMint

There is no denying that bitcoin ATMs have seen incredible growth, but a number of factors are driving this rate of expansion in the bitcoin ATM space – it is…

Area 15 passes 1-year mark: an evolving experiential journey

by Kevin Williams

While much has been written about the experiential journey, one needs to experience it first hand to grasp its significance.

Mid-year update: VR innovation continues

by Kevin Williams

Given the level of interest and investment in VR innovation, the new generation of gamers has much to look forward to for the foreseeable future.

Industrial supply vending: Why the surge shows no signs of letting up

by Mark Hill — Founder, 1sourcevend

The pandemic and supply chain disruptions have accelerated the need for effective inventory visibility for industrial supply distributors. Vending and…

Hyper-local food sourcing: Growing produce in your own backyard

A hyper-local foodservice establishment will have less waste and spend less money on produce, leading to increased revenue and profitability.

Active entertainment progresses on numerous fronts, spawning trade associations

by Kevin Williams

'Gamification' and digital technology have fueled a range of 'live play' amusements which have included new partnerships and new trade groups.

Niche technologies gaining traction in today's amusement landscape

by Kevin Williams

Heading into the summer, innovation continues in the amusement scene at a record pace. Recent developments include notable movements in what might be…

5 tips for outdoor catering

Outdoor catering offers a number of opportunities for a convenience services business, but first, you must be ready to create dishes outside of a typical…

E-sports: Unpacking an unusual evolution

by Kevin Williams

E-sports appears to be carving out its own identity in OOH entertainment. How significant that niche will become remains an interesting question.

What is the 'metaverse?'

by Shelly Palmer

Existing definitions of the metaverse all have their limitations. Imagine tweens interacting with one another in a space without the need for handheld devices…

Social entertainment drives ‘digital/physical’ development phase

by Kevin Williams

The post-lockdown audience has clearly renewed its fascination for the reinterpretation of the hospitality and entertainment combination.

What's behind the bitcoin ATM explosion?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

It's almost impossible not to notice just how ubiquitous bitcoin ATMs have become this year. I've seen them in places ranging from gas stations to used game…

Acquisition frenzy marks the birth of a new OOH entertainment era

by Kevin Williams

The OOH industry has reached a point where players will either evolve and adopt the new or be replaced by those willing to adapt and be inclusive.