News & Media
Classic meets modern: How vending is evolving in the age of AI
by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group
As the industry shifts from analog to intelligent, always-connected devices, Carpenter and Laszig look ahead to what's next for automation, from expanding…
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Cyngn deploys autonomous DriveMod Tugger with G&J Pepsi
October 15, 2025
Cyngn has deployed its DriveMod Tugger at G&J Pepsi, the largest independent Pepsi bottler in the United States, expanding its autonomous vehicle…
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Global wellness food market to double by 2032, fueling functional vending growth
October 15, 2025
The global health and wellness food market is expected to grow from $938.6 billion in 2023 to $2.17 trillion by 2032, driven by rising demand for nutritious…
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Morphy Auctions to showcase rare coin-op, vending machines in Las Vegas sale
October 14, 2025
Photo: Morphy Auctions Morphy Auctions will hold its semiannual Coin-Op and Antique Advertising sale Oct. 16–18 in Las Vegas, featuring 1,672 lots…
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NxLite raises $9.2M to expand production of energy-control window coatings
October 14, 2025
NxLite has secured $9.2 million in Series A funding to scale production of its proprietary low-emissivity and solar-control coatings for glass, acrylic and…
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Calor launches solar-powered gas cylinder vending machines in Ireland
October 13, 2025
Energy supplier Calor has introduced Calor Gas2Go, a solar-powered vending machine system that provides customers with 24/7 access to Calor gas cylinders…
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Experts share self-checkout challenges, advancements at upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
The evolution of the self-checkout technology is the focus of a panel talk at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show taking place in December.
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PepsiCo names Steve Schmitt as chief financial officer
October 10, 2025
PepsiCo has appointed Steve Schmitt as executive vice president and chief financial officer effective Nov. 10, succeeding Jamie Caulfield, who will retire next…
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ecoATM recognized for sustainability innovation in food retail sector
October 10, 2025
ecoATM, a company specializing in automated electronics recycling kiosks, has received the Sustainability in the Food Industry Award from The Shelby Report for…
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Miss Vickie’s launches Italian-inspired Ristoranti Series with Canadian chefs
October 10, 2025
PepsiCo Canada has introduced the Miss Vickie's Ristoranti Series, a limited-time collection of kettle-cooked chips inspired by dishes from acclaimed Italian…
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KFC Australia launches first vending machine for Sweet Tokyo Hot & Crispy chicken
October 9, 2025
KFC Australia has introduced its first-ever vending machine, a global first for the brand, to distribute free samples of its new Sweet Tokyo Hot & Crispy…
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Shaquille O’Neal celebrates Shaq-A-Licious ride, candy launch in Hershey
October 8, 2025
Shaquille O'Neal brought his Shaq-A-Licious brand to Hershey this week, surprising students at Milton Hershey School and visiting Hersheypark to celebrate the…
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Airheads introduces ‘Decoy Boy,’ a trick-or-treating robot for adults
October 8, 2025
Airheads has unveiled Decoy Boy, a battery-powered robot designed to let adults join the Halloween fun by serving as a stand-in trick-or-treater, according to…
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VEX Solutions expands VR entertainment lineup with mixed-reality, 4D experiences
October 7, 2025
VEX Solutions has announced additions to its virtual reality entertainment portfolio, including a mixed-reality arcade game and expanded VR content designed to…
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Thieves steal $20K in Pokémon cards from Australia vending machine
October 6, 2025
Police are investigating the theft of more than $20,000 worth of Pokémon cards stolen from a vending machine in western Sydney, Australia, according to a …
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Uncrustables launches higher protein PB&J sandwiches with 12 grams of protein
October 3, 2025
Smucker's Uncrustables brand has introduced two frozen sandwiches designed for busy mornings, each with 12 grams of protein, the highest in its lineup and…
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Easy Ice expands into Arkansas with Precision Ice acquisition
October 2, 2025
Easy Ice has acquired Precision Ice Company of Little Rock, Arkansas, extending its commercial ice services into the state for the first time.
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Otis Spunkmeyer brings back Pink Cookie to support breast cancer research
October 2, 2025
Otis Spunkmeyer has reintroduced its Sweet Discovery Double Chocolate Cookie with Pink Gems for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, pledging $1 per case sold in…
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Createa introduces ‘Mighty Mango’ concept drink with creatine, mental energy focus
October 1, 2025
A coalition of nutrition and packaging companies has developed Createa Mighty Mango, a 12-ounce ready-to-drink concept beverage formulated with creatine and…
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