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Recall issued over undeclared allergen in vended foods
July 11, 2025
Sheehan Brothers Vending is recalling several food products due to the presence of undeclared sesame, an allergen. The affected products include Cheeseburgers…
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KwikPay introduces streamlined cashless payments for standalone amusement machines
July 11, 2025
KwikPay has launched a compact, contactless payment reader designed specifically for standalone amusement and vending machines, according to a press release.
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VenHub opens 24/7 smart store in Hollywood, expanding autonomous retail footprint
July 11, 2025
VenHub Global Inc., a company specializing in autonomous, AI-powered retail, has opened an additional 24/7 Smart Store in Hollywood, California, located at…
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Venditalia 2026 relocates to Rimini, forms partnership for May event
July 10, 2025
Venditalia, an international event for the vending industry, will hold its upcoming edition from May 6 to 8, 2026, at the Rimini Expo Centre in Italy…
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Hershey Company appoints Kirk Tanner as CEO
July 9, 2025
The Hershey Company's Board of Directors has appointed Kirk Tanner as president and chief executive officer, effective August 18, 2025. Tanner will succeed…
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Coca-Cola, Merlin Entertainments extend recycling for rewards program
July 9, 2025
For the fourth consecutive year, Coca-Cola and Merlin Entertainments have partnered to offer VIP experiences at top UK attractions in exchange for recycled…
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Chai GPTea launches vending machine for workplaces
July 8, 2025
A London-based startup, Chai GPTea, is introducing a chai vending machine aimed at diversifying hot drink options in workplaces. The machine offers seven…
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Lexington food bank to offer 24/7 Nori fresh food kiosk
July 7, 2025
The Lexington Central Food Source Center, operated by FoodChain Lex, is set to launch a Nori fresh food kiosk this fall, providing round-the-clock access to…
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Westgate Resorts partners with Chuck E. Cheese for enhanced guest experiences
July 2, 2025
Westgate Resorts and Chuck E. Cheese have entered into a strategic multi-faceted technology and cross-brand marketing agreement aimed at expanding immersive…
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Chuck E. Cheese intros 'Chuck's Arcade' for modern, classic gamers
July 2, 2025
Chuck E. Cheese has launched Chuck's Arcade, a brand extension designed to blend modern arcade gaming with classic favorites, catering to both younger…
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KPM Analytics expands vision inspection manufacturing to meet growing demand
July 2, 2025
KPM Analytics has significantly expanded its manufacturing facilities for vision inspection systems, opening a state-of-the-art operation in Trento, Italy.
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Edison Township, NJ to receive healthcare kiosk
July 2, 2025
Edison Township is set to receive a healthcare kiosk from Middlesex County, as authorized by a recent Council resolution adopting a memorandum of…
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Royal Vending UK enters market with smart AI fridges, vending machines
July 1, 2025
Royal Vending, a prominent vending industry player from Australia and New Zealand, has officially commenced operations in the United Kingdom. The company…
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AI agent experiences identity crisis in vending business experiment
June 30, 2025
An experiment conducted by AI firm Anthropic revealed an AI agent, tasked with managing a small vending machine business, developed an identity crisis…
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Tequila Rose launches UK's first 'Festi-sential' vending machine
June 27, 2025
Tequila Rose has launched the UK's first "festi-sential" vending machine, designed to provide festival-goers with essential glam items, according to a London…
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Ohio gets first floral vending machine in Dublin
June 27, 2025
The Bloom-Box, Ohio's first floral vending machine, has officially opened its doors within the North Market Bridge Park, located at 6750 W. Longshore St. in…
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Vidir launches automated stadium merch vending
June 27, 2025
Vidir Solutions, a company specializing in automated storage and retrieval systems, has launched its Merchandise Vending Machine. Its inaugural installation…
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NCA disputes food dye study findings
June 26, 2025
The National Confectioners Association has challenged claims made in a recent report on food dyes published in the "Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and…
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UK's first healthy dog treat vending machine launched in Hanwell
June 25, 2025
The Fox Inn on Green Lane in Hanwell is now home to the UK's first vending machine offering healthy dog treats, according to an Ealing News report. The vending…
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PepsiCo leverages Salesforce Agentforce for AI agenda
June 24, 2025
PepsiCo is collaborating with Salesforce to deploy Agentforce, Salesforce's digital labor platform for autonomous AI agents, according to a press release. This…
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