Don Francisco's coffee launches limited-edition chocolate raspberry flavor

March 21, 2025

Don Francisco's Coffee has released a limited-edition Chocolate Raspberry flavor, a medium roast blend of 100% Arabica beans featuring chocolate and raspberry…

Idaho Lottery extends scratch ticket printing contract with Pollard Banknote

March 21, 2025

The Idaho Lottery has extended its primary scratch ticket printing contract with Pollard Banknote Limited for two years, until March 2027, according to a press…

Hydrogen-Powered vending machine debuts at Osaka Expo

March 20, 2025

A hydrogen-cartridge powered vending machine has been installed at the Osaka Kansai Expo, opening March 18, 2025, according to a report by The Asahi Shimbun.

Starting a vending machine business: Unbundled model reduces startup costs

In this episode of The Automation and Self-Service Podcast Sandra Carpenter, editor of Vending Times, and Jack Brown, CEO of Legacy Ventures Group, discuss the…

Elevate Vending among veteran-owned businesses selected for PenFed accelerator program

March 19, 2025

Elevate Vending, founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Nicholas Grillo, has been selected to participate in the PenFed Foundation's Veteran Entrepreneur Program's…

Sodexo UK, Ireland on track to halve food waste by 2025, ahead of UN goal

March 19, 2025

Sodexo UK & Ireland is on target to achieve a 50% reduction in food waste by the end of 2025, five years ahead of the United Nations Sustainable…

Kepak Foods launches ‘Grab a Bite’ brand for out-of-home food sector

March 18, 2025

Kepak Foods Division has introduced "Grab a Bite," a brand designed to provide hot, ready-to-serve food options for the out-of-home market, according to a…

PepsiCo to acquire prebiotic soda brand poppi for $1.95B

March 18, 2025

PepsiCo, Inc. has come to a definitive agreement to acquire poppi, a fast-growing prebiotic soda brand, for $1.95 billion, according to a press release. The…

Diaper vending machines installed at XNA airport

March 17, 2025

Northwest Arkansas National Airport has installed diaper vending machines, providing parents and caregivers with quick access to essential baby supplies…

Louisville library installs healthy food vending machine

March 17, 2025

The Shawnee Library in Louisville, Kentucky has installed a Nori vending machine, offering patrons access to healthy food options, according to a WDRB report.

Navigating ADA requirements for self-service kiosks

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Self-service kiosk vendors give Kiosk Marketplace their views on the best ways to comply with the complex requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Food giants seek tariff exemptions on key imports

March 14, 2025

Major U.S. food manufacturers, including PepsiCo (Quaker Oats), Conagra (Folgers), and J.M. Smucker, are requesting targeted exemptions from newly imposed…

Five Star Breaktime Solutions expands Louisiana, Texas footprint

March 14, 2025

Five Star Breaktime Solutions, a provider of unattended food and beverage solutions, has acquired the Canteen franchise of Wilmore Snack Sales, a family-owned…

Morrisons tests self-service vending tech for nicotine products

March 13, 2025

Morrisons is trialing a self-service system at its Dukinfield store in Greater Manchester, allowing customers to purchase nicotine-quitting products via a…

Dubai intros 'smart' perfume vending machines

March 13, 2025

Dubai has launched what is being touted as the world's first smart perfume vending machine, developed by Dubai-based The Smart Vendor LLC, according to a Curly…

Brookfield Mall kiosk selling cannabis, psychedelic mushrooms draws controversy

March 13, 2025

A kiosk selling cannabis and psychedelic mushroom products at Brookfield Square Mall in Brookfield, Wisconsin, has generated attention and sparked debate…

North Dakota sees first Amazon 'Just Walk Out' convenience store

March 12, 2025

Enerbase Cooperative Resources has opened the Midwest's first convenience store utilizing Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology at its new South Broadway Cenex…

Coca-Cola updates packaging with 'Recycle Me Again' message

March 12, 2025

Coca-Cola has implemented a packaging change to its 20-ounce bottles across its trademark products, including Coca-Cola, Diet Coke and Coke Zero, adding the…

Missed the kiosk maintenance webinar? Catch the replay!

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

The recorded webinar reveals expert strategies for seamless maintenance and performance.

Main Event launches "All You Can Play" spring break deal

March 11, 2025

Main Event Entertainment Inc. has announced a limited-time "All You Can Play" deal for Spring Break 2025, offering unlimited access to its entertainment…