Will the pandemic bring back the Automat? Will it save fast food?

by Tim Sanford

Attempts to revive the once popular Automat have failed over the years, but the pandemic and technolgoy have advanced tremendously over the past decade. It…

What does Tab’s discontinuation say about the future of convenience services?

by Tim Sanford

Coca Cola Co.'s discontinuation of Tab, its first diet drink, underscores several factors affecting convenience services and the hard choices the industry…

Market change always propelled us; Virtual Self-Service Innovation Summit probes the next stage

by Tim Sanford

Vending's history has been a record of the convergence of new technology with new public demand. The Self Service Virtual Innovation Summit offers an overview…

NAMA’s move to DC signals shifting political winds

by Tim Sanford

In today's telecommunications centered world, the physical location of an association headquarters is less important than it was in 1936 or even 1967. But…

EAG 2020 Planners Applaud Strong Turnout And Innovative Exhibits

by Tim Sanford

LONDON, England The 2020 Entertainment, Attractions & Gaming International Expo rang in the new year and decade with a lively, diverse and…

NYC Council Requires Retailers To Accept Cash Bans Noncash Charge

by Tim Sanford

NEW YORK CITY -- The City Council has passed a bill that will prevent local retail businesses from refusing to accept cash, or levying a surcharge on cash…

Philadelphia Vending Repair Program Raises Funds For NAMA Visit

by Tim Sanford

PHILADELPHIA, PA-- The Vending Repair Program run by the Philadelphia School District is seeking support for sending four of its students to the 2020 NAMA…

Embed Apex Celebrate Opening Of Latest Apex FEC In Albany NY

by Tim Sanford

January 25, 2020

DALLAS, TX-- Embed, a Helix Leisure company, reports that it has completed its third installation with the Apex Entertainment organization. The new Apex Albany…

Incredible Technologies Power Events Team Up For Golden Tee Tour

by Tim Sanford

January 25, 2020

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL-- Incredible Technologies has announced the rollout of the National Golden Tee Tour, a six-city, seven-event tournament circuit presented and…

ATM Council warns members about bomb attacks on machines in Florida

by Tim Sanford

January 22, 2020

The National ATM Council reports that state and federal authorities, including the FBI, are investigating a series of bomb attacks on automated teller machines…

AMOA Launches New Programs Prepares For 2020 Amusement Expo

by Tim Sanford

January 19, 2020

NEW ORLEANS, LA -- The Amusement and Music Operators Association is planning an informative and stimulating program for the upcoming Amusement Expo…

Vagabond Promotes Operations Veteran Scott Meskin To President

by Tim Sanford

SCOTT MESKIN WASHINGTON, DC -- Vagabond Vending has announced the promotion of Scott Meskin to president; he had been vice-president of business development.

Sacoa appoints Vecchione national-international sales director

by Tim Sanford

January 15, 2020

CHRIS VECCHIONE Chris Vecchione has joined Sacoa Cashless as U.S. and international sales director. He brings 33 years of experience in the coin-op…

Foundations Entertainment Team Readies Pre-AEI Seminar Program

by Tim Sanford

January 15, 2020

NEW ORLEANS, LA --- Foundations Entertainment University is beginning its 18th consecutive year with a two-day educational program, immediately prior to the…

FEU Plans First 2020 Seminar Program For New Orleans March 7-8

by Tim Sanford

January 13, 2020

NEW ORLEANS, LA -- The organizers of Foundations Entertainment University 2.0 report that its next presentation is set for Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8…

Sacoa spotlights cashless technology mobile apps at 2020 EAG

by Tim Sanford

January 12, 2020

SACOA SPARK READER SACOA K4 KIOSK SACOA MOBILE APP Sacoa Cashless System is exhibiting its latest products in booth #736 at the upcoming…

Electrocoin Displays Intercard Cashless POS Systems At 2020 EAG

by Tim Sanford

January 10, 2020

GABINO STERGIDES INTERCARD iTELLER: Customized for entertainment centers with movie theaters, Intercard's Blockbuster iTeller combines control with…

Embed Round1 Team Host DFW-Area Boys Girls Clubs Fun Day

by Tim Sanford

January 10, 2020

DALLAS, TX -- Embed, a Helix Leisure company, reports that it recently partnered with Round1 Grapevine Bowling and Entertainment to host children from the Boys…

Intercard Will Showcase Latest POS Technology At BPAA Winter Meet

by Tim Sanford

January 10, 2020

INTERCARD iREADER IMPULSE CHARLESTON, SC -- Intercard reports that it will exhibit its payment and management technology at this year's Winter Bowling Summit…

Mini Virtual Rabbids Debut Highlights LAI Games Exhibit At EAG Expo

by Tim Sanford

January 10, 2020

LAI GAMES TOY FRENZY LONDON, England -- A new compact model of LAI Games' acclaimed Virtual Rabbids will take center stage in the company's display at the…