Unleashed and on tap: Crate Escapes redefines dog parks with self-serve beer wall

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Westfield's Crate Escapes dog park offers a novel twist on canine socializing with a self-serve beer wall.

Poppi vending machine stunt sparks social media backlash

February 11, 2025

Poppi, a prebiotic soda brand, has faced criticism after sending custom, neon-colored vending machines to 32 social media influencers as part of a pre-Super…

Asda tests automated free sample vending machine

February 5, 2025

Asda, a major UK supermarket chain, has launched a pilot program for an automated free sample vending machine at its Pilsworth, Bury location. This "first to…

Embark on an Epic Journey Into the Forgotten Realms of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

In celebration of 50 years of the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game, Stern Pinball players worldwide will experience the game’s fantasy world under the glass…

SipWithMe announces enhancements to multifamily coffee services

January 22, 2025

WithMe Inc., the parent company of SipWithMe, a provider of coffee services for multifamily properties, has developed several enhancements to its offerings.

Bevi announces international expansion to UK, Ireland

January 16, 2025

Bevi, a leading provider of Smart Water Coolers for commercial spaces, has initiated its first international expansion into the United Kingdom and Ireland…

Squid Game comes to life with interactive vending machine

December 23, 2024

Swiggy Instamart, a quick-commerce platform based in India, has partnered with Netflix to bring the excitement of Squid Game to fans and tapping vending…

Sweet Robo partners with emoji to launch interactive vending machines

December 13, 2024

Sweet Robo, a vending technology provider, has partnered with emoji, a global brand, in collaboration with UNIS Technology, according to a press release.

Officially licensed Pokemon vending machines appear in US retailers

October 24, 2024

Pokemon trading cards remain popular and officially licensed vending machines are stocked with booster packs and other Pokemon merchandise, according to a…

Revolutionizing beverage retail in micro markets with smart systems, AI

by Randy Skyba — Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Due North

The unmanned nature of micro markets positions them for remarkable success using smart systems and AI.

Volkswagen Singapore takes over Ten Square with All-Electric ID. Buzz Cars

October 21, 2024

Volkswagen Singapore is making a big display with the launch of their ID. Buzz electric vehicle. In a unique out-of-home campaign titled "Great things start…

Suntory Minus 196 returns to SXSW Sydney with giant vending machine

October 18, 2024

Suntory, the makers of the hard seltzer Minus 196, have once again brought their massive vending machine to SXSW Sydney.

Free-play arcade opens in Garland, Texas

August 15, 2024

Side Quest Arcade is now open in Garland, Texas, just northeast of Dallas. The arcade features a lineup of machines including traditional pinball games and…

Self service kiosks hit New Zealand car dealerships

July 30, 2024

Danish pre-service company Tjekvik has expanded its self-service kiosk network to New Zealand through a partnership with automotive software business Auxo…

Viral TikTok propels Irish egg vending machine to US market

July 22, 2024

A viral TikTok video has sent an innovative egg vending machine from Ireland on a global journey, with its sights now set on the U.S. market, according to an…

Aldi, Rewe test food vending machines for 24/7 fresh food access

July 22, 2024

German grocery chains Aldi and Rewe are testing a new trend: food vending machines offering fresh produce and staples around the clock, according to a Basic…

Inventor creates vending machine for everything from clothes to car parts

May 29, 2024

Calvin K., an InventionHome product developer, has created Space Box, a self-service shopping machine that is capable of dispensing pre-packaged items spanning…

Airheads debuts underwater vending machine for pools, takes "fun" instead of cash

May 21, 2024

This summer, Airheads is debuting an underwater vending machine that dispenses Airheads candy while submerged in a pool, according to a press release from…

Vending machine at Tokyo train station emits scent, plays projection with purchase

May 16, 2024

Last month a gourmet food and beverage zone called EATo LUMINE opened at Tokyo's Shinjuku Station. One of the highlights of EATo LUMINE is a vending machine…

California county installs health supplies vending machines

December 26, 2023

The Nevada County, California public health department, through grant funding from Anthem Blue Cross, has launched a Health Access Vending Machine Program…