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Researcher finds way to hack older Nespresso vending machines
February 5, 2021
A security researcher was able to hack older Nespresso coffee machine smart cards to get free servings, according to a report in The Daily Swig, a…
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Who wouldn't want a night at 7-Eleven playing video games?
February 5, 2021
Those who love to game, especially on the latest PlayStation 5 console, now have a unique gaming experience opportunity thanks to convenience store giant…
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COVID-19 clips USA Technologies' Q2 2021 revenue, earnings
February 5, 2021
USA Technologies Inc.'s revenue decreased 13.1% from $44.05 million in the second quarter of 2020 to $38.3 million in the second quarter ended Dec. 31, 2021…
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Quench acquires Trusource H20 Canada
February 5, 2021
Quench, a provider of filtered water solutions for businesses and dealer partners across the U.S. and Canada, has acquired Trusource H2O Canada, a provider of…
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COVID-19 hammers Farmer Brothers' Q2 2021 sales, earnings
February 5, 2021
Farmer Bros. Co.'s net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2021 were $104.6 million, reflecting a decrease of $47.9 million, or 31.4%, from the $152.…
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Compass Group revenue decline continues for Q1 2021
February 4, 2021
Compass Group Plc., which owns Compass Group USA and Canteen Vending Services in the U.S., reported that Q1 2021 organic revenue was down by 33.7%, which was…
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Hershey Q4 2020 sales and earnings rise, surpassing market expectations
February 4, 2021
The Hershey Co.'s net sales rose 5.7% from $2.068 billion in last year's fourth quarter to $2.18 billion for the quarter ending Dec. 31, 2020, according to an…
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Vending machines carry OTC medicine at public universities
February 4, 2021
Vending machines at the University of North Carolina will join other public universities in offering over-the-counter medication in vending machines around…
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Bitcoin Depot adds 50 ISOs, independent ATM operators
February 4, 2021
Bitcoin Depot, a bitcoin ATM operator, has added 50 independent sales organizations and independent ATM deployers to its partner channel, which now includes…
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Amusement Entertainment Management announces bowling venue in Pennsylvania
February 4, 2021
Amusement Entertainment Management has opened its newest client facility, 814 Lanes and Games, located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, according to a press…
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MetroClick/faytech launches interactive smart cooler with digital media
February 4, 2021
MetroClick/faytech has introduced interactive smart coolers featuring a standard refrigerated case with a transparent LCD on the door that is attached to a…
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Vancouver office complex to feature plant based meat in ‘smart’ vending machine
February 4, 2021
Modern Meat, a British Columbia provider of plant-based meat products, will provide meals and juices from its Modern Wellness Bar via a "smart vending machine…
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ATM industry mourns the loss of Maryland ATM operator Kenneth Gerstley
February 3, 2021
The ATM industry, the National ATM Council and town of Pikesville, Maryland are mourning the loss of Ken Gerstley, 58, who was fatally shot during a robbery on…
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Performance Food Group boosts sales for Q2 2021, Vistar falls
February 3, 2021
Performance Food Group's net sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2021 grew 12.8% from $6.06 billion in the prior year's second quarter to $6.8 billion for…
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Castles Technology teams with Valor Paytech on payment solution
February 3, 2021
Castles Technology, a manufacturer of card acceptance hardware, has teamed with Valor Paytech to introduce an omnichannel gateway payment solution employing…
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Keurig Commercial introduces touchless remote brew app
February 3, 2021
Keurig Commercial, the away-from-home coffee division of Keurig Dr Pepper, has introduced touchless brewing capabilities on its bean-to-cup coffee makers…
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Nestlé negotiating sale of North American water brands
February 3, 2021
Nestlé is negotiating with a private equity firm, One Rock Capital, to sell its North American water business for about $4 billion, according to a Reuters…
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Topgolf to open in Albuquerque
February 3, 2021
Topgolf Entertainment Group, a sports and entertainment company, is set to open its newest venue in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Friday, according to a press…
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Why a veteran airport concessionaire sees a big future for automated retail
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Self-service retailing is expanding from office and travel products to numerous other product types, including CBD products that require age verification…
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Touchless makes big strides in self service
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
If there is any technology that made a big splash in the self-service industry, it's touchless. From gesture control to virtual keyboards, these individual…
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