What we learned at the Automated Retail and Kiosk Innovation Show

As automation moves deeper into physical environments, companies need to plan early for installation, maintenance, repair, and ongoing upgrades across their…

9 self-service tech trends to watch

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The recent Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show kicked off with a keynote on nine self-service trends to keep an eye on in the coming years: including…

Sweet Robo to showcase robotic chocolate vending machine

January 19, 2026

Sweet Robo will debut its robotic vending machine ChocPrint, which produces chocolate shapes and logos. This 3D chocolate printing machine is built to engage…

OptConnect acquires DPL Wireless

January 14, 2026

OptConnect, a wireless connectivity solutions provider, has acquired DPL Wireless, a cellular connectivity and IoT company for ATMs. OptConnect plans to…

EV charging stations provide a built-in customer base

by Richard Slawsky

Charging stations are growing in popularity and they present a major opportunity for vending operators.

The Retail Nomad explores the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show

Nick Harbaugh (aka "The Retail Nomad") takes viewers inside the recent Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show in Tampa.

Self-service innovators honored at ARKI Awards

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Awards honors innovators and influencers in automated retail, kiosks and responsible self-service.

Oklahoma library debuts book vending kiosk at local mall

December 5, 2025

A self-service book vending kiosk has been launched by the Tulsa City-County Library, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Integrating AI into self-service

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Learn how AI will change self-service at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show.

Estonia considers self-service pharmacies

December 2, 2025

Estonia's Ministry of Social Affairs is considering creating self-service pharmacies to serve communities without access to pharmacies. With these locations…

Crypto kiosk operator Crypto Dispensers eyes sale, amid money laundering charge

December 1, 2025

Crypto Dispensers, a crypto ATM operator, is considering selling out for $100 million amid money laundering charges against its founder and CEO, Firas Isa. He…

How to scale a self-service rollout

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at ARKI will discuss how to complete a national self-service rollout through actionable strategies and blueprints.

How to prevent ATM, kiosk downtime

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A webinar from Switch Always On discusses the common causes of self-service downtime and how to prevent them.

Steven King on leading ARKI and the future of automation

Steven King joins The Automation and Self-Service Podcast to discuss ARKI’s rebrand and how automation, AI and human connection are driving the next phase of…

From the Living Room to the Waiting Room

QR-enabled kiosks are helping bridge the gap between the patient portal and on-site check-in.

Presented by Zebra Technologies

Speaker’s Spotlight: Ira Blumenthal, founder/CEO, Co-Opportunities, Automated Restaurant Solutions

Ira Blumenthal will be sharing his insight on implementing strategic self-service solutions at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show.

Speaker Spotlight: Guy Carmeli, Pasta di Guy founder/chef

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Guy Carmeli, founder and chef at Pasta di Guy, is participating in a panel talk on crafting kiosk experiences at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk…

10 reasons to attend ARKI 2025 in Tampa

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Formerly known as the Self-Service Innovation Summit, ARKI brings together operators, brands and technology leaders for three days of learning, networking and…

Steven King to keynote, co-host ARKI 2025: A new era for automated retail and kiosk innovation

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Steven King of BlueSky Robotics will co-host and keynote ARKI 2025, exploring how automation and AI are redefining self-service and retail.

Exhibitor spotlight: Tech 2 Success

by Kiosk Marketplace

Tech 2 Success will be displaying its innovative task management app at ARKI.

Presented by Tech 2 Success