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Sacoa Cashless rolls out at Cinemex 'Knock Out' venues in Mexico

May 29, 2025

Sacoa Cashless System has installed its cashless management solutions in 13 "Knock Out" entertainment venues, a concept by cinema chain Cinemex, across Mexico…

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Five Star Breaktime Solutions acquires Heart of Georgia Vending

May 28, 2025

Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired Heart of Georgia Vending, a Georgia-based vending services company. The transaction marks the third acquisition for…

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UK farm vending machine rejected given rural impact

May 28, 2025

A fruit farm's popular vending machine operation faces an uncertain future after local planning authorities in Wokingham, England, denied its application for…

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Global nonprofit LEXRA launches to grow out-of-home XR industry

May 28, 2025

A new global nonprofit, the Location-based Entertainment XR Association, has launched, aiming to foster collaboration, establish standards and promote growth…

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Farmer's Fridge to offer fresh meals on select Delta flights from LAX

May 27, 2025

Farmer's Fridge, known for its fresh, machine-vended meals, is partnering with Delta Air Lines to offer a selection of its chef-curated items on select…

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Donatos Pizza to launch fully autonomous restaurant at Columbus Airport

May 27, 2025

Donatos Pizza will launch its first fully autonomous pizza restaurant this June at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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PepsiCo modifies sustainability targets to bolster long-term business strategy

May 23, 2025

PepsiCo has refined its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) sustainability goals covering climate, packaging, agriculture and water, according to a press release.

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Study links taurine, amino acid in energy drinks to leukemia growth

May 23, 2025

A recent study from the University of Rochester's Wilmot Cancer Institute has linked taurine, an amino acid naturally produced by the body and a common…

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365 Retail Markets intros modular smart store additions

May 23, 2025

365 Retail Markets, a provider of unattended retail technology, has launched modular smart store options designed to enhance its PicoCooler Vision product…

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Viral Labubu collectible dolls arrive in Miami via vending machine

May 22, 2025

A vending machine operated by Chinese retailer Pop Mart has become an attraction at Miami's Dolphin Mall, dispensing the highly sought-after Labubu dolls…

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RPM Raceway in Long Island sets world record for longest indoor go-kart track

May 22, 2025

RPM Raceway has secured a Guinness World Records title for the World's Longest Multi-Level Go-Kart Track (indoors) at its Long Island location, according to a…

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Expanding unattended retail with Byte Technology

Explore how Byte Technology is revolutionizing unattended retail, opening new markets beyond traditional vending with smart kiosk solutions.

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Dave & Buster’s making Philippines debut

May 22, 2025

Dave & Buster's broke ground Thursday on its first Philippines location at Opus Mall in Manila thanks to a partnership with local franchisee The Bistro…

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LEGO to release buildable minifigure vending machine set

May 21, 2025

The LEGO Group will soon launch a LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set, a 1,343-piece retro-inspired model designed for adult fans.

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PENN casinos betting on Shake Shack

May 21, 2025

Shake Shack is upping the ante in its expansion strategy, partnering with PENN Entertainment Inc. to open up to 10 locations within PENN-owned casinos across…

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URI wellness vending machine offers 24/7 access to health products

May 20, 2025

The University of Rhode Island is providing students with around-the-clock access to low-cost health products through a wellness vending machine in its Robert…

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Farmer's Fridge adds steak salad to vending machine menu

May 20, 2025

Farmer's Fridge, a company known for smart vending machines dispensing fresh meals in locations such as airports and hospitals, has expanded its offerings to…

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Forging loyalty in a no-staff world

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Learn how unattended retail can forge lasting customer loyalty by using personalized, value-driven programs continually improved by data and innovation.

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