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Northeastern University students launch protein powder vending machine
February 16, 2022
A pair of Northeastern University students have launched a protein powder vending machine that will be installed in the Marino Recreation Center this semester…
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Hooters faces backlash for hosiery vending machine
February 16, 2022
Vending got some unusual attention recently when a Hooters employee revealed on Tik Tok that waitresses have to buy their tights for $5 in a bathroom hosiery…
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Jones Soda acquires Pinestar Gold to expand into cannabis
February 16, 2022
Jones Soda Co. has completed the previously announced acquisition of Pinestar Gold Inc. to expand into the cannabis sector, according to a press release.
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Stockholder seeks control of US Foods
February 15, 2022
Sachem Head Capital Management, an investment firm, is seeking control of US Foods Holding Corp's board, claiming the company has failed to make operational…
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San Jose State introduces cashierless checkout market
February 15, 2022
The SJSU Ginger Market at San Jose State University has been transformed into an autonomous retail experience, enabling students, faculty and staff to grab the…
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Jamba Blendid kiosks land at Georgia colleges
February 15, 2022
Patrons at two Georgia college campuses can now serve themselves Jamba smoothies thanks to Jamba Blendid self-serve kiosks, according to a press release.
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US Foods splits chairman, CEO roles
February 14, 2022
US Foods Holding Corp. has split its chairman and chief executive officer roles after facing pressure to improve operations from an activist investment firm…
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EVEX returns to Venditalia May 11-14
February 14, 2022
EVEX, the European Vending Experience, returns this year inside the Venditalia trade show May 11-14 in a dedicated area, according to a press release. The EVEX…
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Intellectual property rights: What they mean for kiosks and vending machines
by Bryan Wheelock — Attorney at Law, Principal, Harness IP
Intellectual property rights are critical for all types of technology. A patent attorney offers an overview of the main aspects of these rights for self-serve…
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What is the ‘digital takeaway’ for tomorrow’s LBE guest?
Capturing memories and offering incentives to the guest to return and share in their enjoyment on property will extend far beyond our current understanding of…
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New York AMOA to honor LAI Games’ Chris Brady
February 14, 2022
Chris Brady Chris Brady, vice president of sales for LAI Games, a manufacturer of games for location based entertainment, has been named Man of the…
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Illinois considers requiring contraception device vending machines for colleges
February 14, 2022
Public universities in Illinois will be required to offer contraception products in vending machines under a proposed bill, according to the National Automatic…
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Buffalo State introduces hair and beauty vending machine
February 11, 2022
The Jypsy Collection LLC has introduced a hair and beauty vending machine on the Buffalo State University campus, according to a wkbw.com report. The machine…
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AI-enabled salad vending machine debuts in Japan
February 11, 2022
An artificial intelligence enabled salad vending machine called Salad Stand in Tokyo offers a variety of salads, according to a Japan Today report.
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OmboriGrid teams with Incom Tomra to integrate container recycling with airline guest miles
February 11, 2022
OmboriGrid AB, a Stockholm, Sweden based provider of software that integrates digital platforms with physical structures, has teamed with Incom Tomra, a…
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NAMA thanks US senators for employee retention tax credit reinstatement act
February 11, 2022
The National Automatic Merchandising Association thanked federal lawmakers for introducing the Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act to the Senate…
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Flowers Foods Q4 and FY 2021 sales, earnings dip
February 11, 2022
Flowers Foods Inc., which owns Mrs. Freshleys, Tastykake and other brands, reported lower sales and earnings for Q4 and FY 2021 during a challenging operating…
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Kellogg reports sales dip for Q4 2021, FY gain
February 10, 2022
Kellogg Co. reported a sales dip for Q4 2021, reflecting the negative impact of supply disruptions, notably the 12-week labor strike, and the lapping of an…
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PepsiCo lifts Q4 and FY 2021 revenue, beats analyst expectations
February 10, 2022
PepsiCo Inc. boosted its revenue for the fourth quarter and full year ending Dec. 25, 2021, according to an earnings release, beating analyst expectations.
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Coca-Cola boosts Q4 and FY 2021 sales and earnings
February 10, 2022
The Coca-Cola Co. boosted its revenue 10% and its earnings 66% for Q4 2021 ending Dec. 31, 2021, aided by price increases, according to an earnings release.
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