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Scotland gets first flower vending machine
May 8, 2026
Scotland's first flower vending machine has opened in Edinburgh at the St. James Quarter, according to a report in The Herald, offering customers 24-hour…
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Smoodi expands healthcare deployments
May 8, 2026
Automated smoothie machine developer smoodi has deployed six of its machines at Baptist Hospital of Miami and West Kendall Baptist Hospital as part of its…
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Amazon adds Ozempic to pharmacy kiosks
May 8, 2026
Amazon Pharmacy is expanding its diabetes treatment offerings by adding the pill version of Ozempic to its pharmacy platform and select kiosks, while also…
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Vending Village launches 7-day protected transaction process
May 7, 2026
Toronto-based vending location marketplace Vending Village has introduced a "7-Day Protected Transaction Process" to reduce risk for vending operators…
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Tribe Coffee debuts solar-powered Jeep Espresso Bar
May 7, 2026
San Diego-based Tribe Coffee recently showcased its automated, solar-powered Jeep Coffee Wagon at The NAMA Show in Los Angeles, according to a press release…
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Vendplacer launches machine locator platform
May 6, 2026
Vending locator firm VendPlacer has launched a two-sided online marketplace designed to connect independent vending machine operators with property owners…
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365 Markets must sell Three Square Market ahead of Cantaloupe buy
May 6, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is requiring 365 Retail Markets to divest micromarket retail technology provider Three Square Market as a condition of its planned…
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UK vending operators shifting to high-value products
May 6, 2026
The U.S. vending industry remains largely focused on traditional snack-and-beverage models, but the United Kingdom is advancing a broader "automated retail…
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Tennessee school gets hygiene vending machine
May 5, 2026
Regional health plan brand Wellpoint Tennessee, in partnership with Archie's Promise, has installed a hygiene vending machine at East Ridge Middle School in…
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Baltimore restaurateur leaves cook line for vending route
May 5, 2026
A former Baltimore restaurateur is expanding into unattended retail, launching a vending business focused on fresh food options, according to a WBAL News…
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Vending startup helps fight human trafficking
May 4, 2026
A small vending startup in Grand Junction, Colorado, is testing a modern, cashless approach with two machines installed at the local police station, according…
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Renovated Philly bus station features new design, increased vending options
May 4, 2026
Vending machines are a key part of a newly renovated intercity bus terminal in Philadelphia, offering travelers food, drinks and travel essentials as the…
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Pokémon vending machines may be on way out
May 4, 2026
Pokémon trading card kiosks, introduced as an alternative to crowded retail releases, are being gradually removed from select locations, according to a report…
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Elite Robots takes barista kiosk to the world stage
May 1, 2026
China-based Elite Robots has introduced RoboBarista, a fully autonomous coffee kiosk designed for high-traffic environments such as hotels, offices and transit…
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Tuckshop grows to 21 locations
May 1, 2026
Tuckshop, a startup founded in Huntley, England, is expanding its footprint with two locations in Gloucester, bringing its total to 21 sites across…
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Kothari expands into smart vending
May 1, 2026
India-based Kothari Industrial Corp. Ltd. has launched a fast-moving consumer goods and vending division, according to a Whalesbook report.
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Perfume vending machines appearing in Singapore
April 30, 2026
A new type of vending machine is offering Singaporean shoppers a quick way to freshen up, dispensing perfume instead of traditional snacks or drinks, according…
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Anno Robot to demo robotic solutions at Shanghai trade show
April 30, 2026
Anno Robot plans to showcase its AI-powered robotic arms and smart retail solutions at the 2026 Shanghai International Humanoid Robots and Supply Chain…
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Little Caesars opens second no-contact location
April 29, 2026
Little Caesars has launched a self-service restaurant model in Dearborn Heights, according to a Detroit News report, marking its first such location in…
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French teen faces jail in Singapore over vending machine straw stunt
April 28, 2026
A French teenager has been charged in Singapore after allegedly contaminating a straw dispenser at an orange juice vending machine and posting a video of the…
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