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Food prices soar to record setting level worldwide
April 8, 2022
Russia's war on Ukraine is driving food prices to hit the highest ever levels, according to the U.N. and data from the Food and Agriculture Organization's…
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What comes after micro markets?
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Looking beyond established convenience services to meet post-pandemic customer needs, a NAMA panel considers "smart stores" and catering.
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Cantaloupe, Vendors Exchange partner on remote price change integration
April 6, 2022
Cantaloupe Inc., a digital payments and software services provider, is partnering with Vendors Exchange to integrate its Universal Control Board into…
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Convenience services operators 'more than ready' for 2022 trade shows
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Anxious to see new products, operators are looking forward to the opportunity for face-to-face meetings with suppliers, despite being short staffed on account…
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Y Soft introduces universal RFID reader
April 5, 2022
Y Soft, a digital transformation office solution provider, has extended its RFID and contact reader range with the release of YSoft MFX Ultimate Reader that…
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Health department forces Virginia food vending venture to revamp plan
April 5, 2022
A Richmond, Virginia entrepreneur has changed his fresh food vending business after the state health department ruled against his original plan, according to a…
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MagTek introduces DynaFlex readers
April 5, 2022
MagTek, a supplier of secure payment technology, has introduced the DynaFlex II Family of readers, according to a press release. DynaFlex II and DynaFlex II…
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VLocker acquires LAI Games’ locker business
April 5, 2022
TLN North America LLC, an entity of the VLocker International Group, has acquired LAI Games, USA LLC's locker business for an undisclosed sum, according to a…
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ChargeItSpot introduces mobile device management kiosk
April 5, 2022
ChargeItSpot, a provider of cell phone charging stations for retailers, hospitals, stadiums and other public venues, has launched ARC — a centralized mobile…
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Ann Arbor library has free Narcan machine
April 5, 2022
A free naxolene vending machine has been installed at the Ann Arbor District Library downtown, according to a fox2detroit.com report. Naxolene, also known as…
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San Diego Sea World goes cashless
April 5, 2022
The Coco Loco Arcade, SeaWorld theme park in San Diego, California has gone cashless, according to a press release.
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Canada dairy to install milk vending machine
April 5, 2022
Golspie Dairy, a farm and cheese manufacturer near Woodstock, Ontario, is taking a cue from European dairy farms and plans to install a milk vending machine…
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Cantaloupe introduces AI, enhanced Yoke and touchless vending technology
April 4, 2022
Cantaloupe Inc., a digital payments and software services company that provides end-to-end technology solutions for the unattended retail market, has announced…
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Aramark to introduce self-service tech for 9 MLB stadiums under branding initiative
April 4, 2022
Aramark Corp., the food and beverage partner of nine Major League Baseball stadiums, has unveiled a new brand identity for its Aramark Sports + Entertainment…
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Westrock Coffee to go public
April 4, 2022
Westrock Coffee Holdings LLC plans to go public via a business combination with Riverview Acquisition Corp., which values the Company at approximately $1.08…
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ME Group acquires VIP Box
April 4, 2022
ME Group, a London based provider of vending machines, photo booths, printing kiosks and equipment services, has acquired Vip Box, a Grenoble, France based…
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How partnering with vending operators helps businesses thrive amid supply chain woes
by Bryan Hebert — Executive Vice President of Sales, Nayax
Small businesses are finding that hosting vending machines allows for diversification of product offerings and enables them to introduce products to new…
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OOH video entertainment rises on multiple fronts
Classic, sports and retro arcade themes are emerging in new video games extending well beyond traditional arcades.
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Nayax introduces add-on for all-in-one payment acceptance
April 4, 2022
Nayax Ltd., a global commerce enablement and payments platform designed to help merchants scale their business, has introduced EasiFit, a bill validator kit…
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NAMA show welcomes attendees to Chicago
April 4, 2022
The National Automatic Merchandising Association will hold its 2022 convention April 6-8 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
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