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Vendekin debuts AI platform for vending management
June 1, 2026
Vendekin Technologies has launched a beta version of VendAiQ, an artificial intelligence assistant designed to help vending and self-service retail operators…
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Beef on demand: Nebraska farm debuts 24/7 vending machine
June 1, 2026
A Boone County, Nebraska, farm business has introduced a 24/7 meat vending machine to provide customers with around-the-clock access to locally raised beef…
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As vending gets smarter, ADA compliance gets more complicated
by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media
The evolution of vending technology is changing the conversation around ADA compliance. Touchscreens, mobile payments and more are becoming standard features…
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VenHub adds to advisory board
May 29, 2026
Jay Heller, CEO of K Lab AI, has joined VenHub's advisory board, according to a press release. VenHub said Heller will provide capital markets and strategic…
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Heinz to set up London automat for National Picnic Week
May 29, 2026
Heinz is launching a temporary sandwich vending concept in London's Soho district to mark National Picnic Week, offering freshly made sandwiches for the…
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Tomra installs reverse vending machines at German train station
May 28, 2026
Norwegian company Tomra Reuse has installed two automated reusable-cup return machines at Freiburg Central Station in Germany, according to a press release…
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VenHub opens new production facility
May 28, 2026
VenHub has opened a second and larger production and assembly facility in Las Vegas as the company expands deployment of its AI-powered autonomous retail…
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OD death reductions in N.J. city follow Narcan kiosk rollout
May 28, 2026
Community organizations in Paterson, New Jersey, have launched a new initiative to provide free, 24-hour public access to naloxone, also known as Narcan…
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Indigenous literacy project brings book vending machine to Canadian school
May 27, 2026
Students at East Carling Public School in Ontario now have access to a new book vending machine designed to promote literacy and increase exposure to…
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Smart fridges drive Britain's vending boom
May 27, 2026
The UK vending, coffee service and automated retail industry generated about $5.1 billion in revenue in 2025, according to the Automatic Vending Association…
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In bear country, there’s a vending machine for that
May 26, 2026
A chance encounter with a lack of bear spray in Alaska inspired two travelers to create Bear Spray Shack, a vending machine system that rents bear spray to…
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Las Vegas airport preps for World Cup with limited-time vending machines
May 26, 2026
With the FIFA World Cup just weeks away, travelers passing through Harry Reid International Airport can now find special World Cup-themed vending machines…
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China cities rolling out automated barbers
May 22, 2026
Cities across China are deploying AI-powered robotic barber kiosks that use 3D scanning and robotic cutting technology to provide automated haircuts at a low…
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Pittsburgh transit system rolling out new fare vending machines
May 22, 2026
Pittsburgh Regional Transit has begun installing new fare vending machines as part of its 2026 "Ready? Set? Go!" campaign, according to a WPXI News report.
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From restaurant grind to fresh vending finds
by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media
After years of operating a restaurant, Baltimore resident Jason Hrisanthacopoulos decided to leave behind the long hours and operational pressures of…
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Case Study: How Fast4shop reshapes the pharmacy visit
Behind the scenes, Fast4shop delivers real-time, unit-level inventory and expiry-date visibility, helping pharmacies protect margins and keep essential…
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Evolvending partners with Farmer's Fridge on airport foodservice
May 21, 2026
Evolvending is partnering with Farmer's Fridge to expand fresh-food offerings at airport locations, according to a LinkedIn post by Evolvending CEO Valentina…
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Wales farm used vending to expand local food access
May 21, 2026
Rhug Estate, an organic estate and farm business located near Corwen in North Wales in the U.K. has introduced self-service vending machines and parcel…
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Five Star continues acquisition streak with West Chester Vending buy
May 21, 2026
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired West Chester Vending, according to a press release, expanding its vending machine operations in the Cincinnati and…
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Deploying a strong AI vending machine: 5 rules to follow
In the vending industry, innovative companies are combining artificial intelligence with self-service to make a once futuristic idea to expand convenience and…
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