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LA County launches vending machines offering free lifesaving health supplies
May 12, 2025
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has launched 51 Community Health Stations, which are self-serve vending machines providing free overdose…
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365 Retail Markets introduces MarketSight loss prevention for MM6 Mini Kiosks
May 12, 2025
365 Retail Markets, a company specializing in unattended retail technology, has launched MarketSight, an anti-theft add-on for its MM6 Mini kiosks, according…
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Cantaloupe partners with Carnival Cruise Line for Celebration Key dining
May 12, 2025
Cantaloupe, Inc. and Carnival Cruise Line have partnered to implement Cantaloupe's point-of-sale technology at Carnival's exclusive destination, Celebration…
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Birmingham middle-schoolers combat hygiene insecurity with vending machine
May 9, 2025
Middle school students at South Hampton K-8 School have developed a vending machine project aimed at addressing hygiene insecurity in the Ensley, Alabama…
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Epson Robot dispenses custom nail polish in retail kiosk
May 8, 2025
Epson Robots has invested in Blank Beauty Inc., a Tennessee-based startup, to develop a retail kiosk that allows consumers to create custom nail polish colors…
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GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025 concludes successful inaugural event
May 8, 2025
The GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025, a trade show for the entertainment and attractions industry, wrapped up its inaugural edition at the World Trade Centre Kuala…
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Cashless payments accelerating in self-service retail
May 7, 2025
Consumers are grabbing credit cards and digital wallets over cash these days and the trend indicates a significant shift toward cashless payments in…
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Illinois senator seeks to ban sports betting at arcades
May 7, 2025
Illinois State Senator Bill Cunningham is advancing legislation, HB 2724, aimed at prohibiting sports betting at entertainment venues like Dave & Buster's…
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Beyond the counter: How kiosks are revolutionizing the fast food experience
by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group
Learn how self-service kiosk preference is pushing QSRs and fast casual to prioritize personalized, engaging digital experiences to boost loyalty and revenue.
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Cantaloupe to showcase smart retail innovations, including micro market kiosk, AI-powered aisle
May 5, 2025
Cantaloupe Inc., a global provider of technology solutions for self-service commerce, will present its latest innovations at the 2025 National Automatic…
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Free contraceptive vending machine launched in Bloomington
May 5, 2025
A free contraceptive vending machine has been installed at the Gather Shoppe in downtown Bloomington, making emergency contraception, condoms and menstruation…
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NBA playoffs drive adoption of cashierless retail in stadiums
May 5, 2025
As the NBA playoffs progress, stadiums are increasingly implementing cashierless grab-and-go technology to enhance concession sales by reducing wait times…
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Australian city installs refill vending machine for household liquids
May 2, 2025
In a move hailed as a local government first, the City of Cockburn, in Australia, has installed a vending machine at its Aquatic and Recreation Centre that…
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Coke holds prices steady amid trade war costs
May 2, 2025
Despite rising costs associated with the ongoing trade war, including increased prices for aluminum cans and orange juice, Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey said the…
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J.M. Smucker Co. appoints John Brase president, COO
May 1, 2025
The J.M. Smucker Co., the maker of brands Folgers and Jif, has promoted John Brase to president and chief operating officer, effective April 30, according to a…
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Due North introduces refrigerated merchandisers
May 1, 2025
Due North, a North American company specializing in self-contained refrigerated merchandisers, has launched three models under its QBD and Minus Forty brands.
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Reese's launches white chocolate peanut butter bar in UK
May 1, 2025
Reese's has introduced a Peanut Butter White Bar in the U.K., combining its signature peanut butter filling with a white chocolate flavored coating.
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Coffee sales dip clouds Keurig Dr Pepper's Q1 growth
April 30, 2025
Keurig Dr Pepper reported a 4.8% increase in overall net sales for the first quarter of 2025, but saw a 3.7% decline in coffee sales, according to a Food…
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PepsiCo fast-tracks natural ingredients in snacks
April 30, 2025
PepsiCo will accelerate its transition to natural ingredients across its snack portfolio, including brands like Cheetos and Doritos, according to a News Dakota…
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Kraft Heinz honored for innovation
April 30, 2025
Kraft Heinz has been named to Fast Company's annual list of the world's most innovative companies.
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