Japanese vending machines sell a cool time

August 10, 2026

A mobile cooling booth known as the Do Hiemon Box is gaining attention in Japan as temperatures climb to dangerous levels, according to a FirstPost report.

Allpoint Wireless Is Now IDM Wireless: More Than Connectivity, Built for What's Next

North Wales, Pennsylvania — Tuesday, August 11, 2026 — Allpoint Wireless, a leading provider of cellular IoT connectivity for unattended devices across North…

Your chance to own a MetroCard vending machine

August 7, 2026

New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority is auctioning a limited number of retired MetroCard Vending Machines and MetroCard Express Machines, according…

Prepango scores with FIFA merchandise vending machines

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Automated retailer Prepango used its airport network, remote monitoring and regional sales data to put official World Cup products within reach of travelers…

Bandits Bandanas launches vending machine at Ojai coffee shop

August 6, 2026

Bandits Bandanas has installed what it calls Ojai's first bandana vending machine at Three Birds Coffee, 205 N. Signal St., according to an Ojai Valley News…

Evolvending partners with Amish Pretzel Co. for airport kiosk rollout

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Evolvending has partnered with The Amish Pretzel Co. to offer freshly warmed pretzel products through automated dining kiosks at U.S. airports.

Waikiki pizza vending machine awaits health approval

August 3, 2026

A pizza vending machine has attracted attention in Waikiki, but it is still awaiting approval from the Hawaii State Department of Health, according to a KHON…

Art vending comes to southern Maryland

July 30, 2026

Artist Anita Evans has introduced a miniature art vending machine in southern Maryland, debuting it July 27 at Boone's Bagels in Leonardtown, according to a…

Fresh lei vending machines bring Hawaiian tradition to Oahu hotels

July 30, 2026

The Orchid Lei Company has installed vending machines across Oahu, Hawaii, offering fresh flower leis for graduations, celebrations and other occasions…

Japan-inspired designer toy shop coming to Texas

July 29, 2026

Inspired by Japanese vending machines, cafes and specialty toy shops, Velcrokid Owner Eric Bowman plans to open a designer toy store this fall at 216 W.

Cupcake vending machine keeps bakery open after hours

July 15, 2026

The Taste of Gold Cakery in Aiken, South Carolina, has introduced a refrigerated outdoor vending machine that allows customers to purchase gourmet cupcakes and…

Cloth bag vending machine supports plastic ban in India

July 14, 2026

A cloth carry bag vending machine has been installed at the EC Block Market in Salt Lake, India, as part of a broader state initiative to reduce plastic waste…

Rhode Island shop turns art vending machines into collector destination

July 9, 2026

East Side Cheese & Provisions in Providence, Rhode Island, has become an unexpected destination for art collectors after installing two vending machines…

Propane Vending Corp. launches smartphone-powered tank vending system

July 8, 2026

Propane Vending Corp. has introduced PVC One, a propane tank vending system that allows customers to complete purchases entirely on their smartphones…

Japan's vending industry facing major headwinds

July 7, 2026

Japan's vending machine industry is undergoing a major restructuring as beverage companies reduce their reliance on automated retail in response to declining…

Aspect Bullion expands precious metals vending network in India

July 1, 2026

Aspect Bullion & Refinery has expanded its network of precious metals vending machines with two installations in Mumbai, according to a Retail4Growth…

Vadzo intros camera for touchless interactions

June 30, 2026

Vadzo Imaging has introduced the Falcon-521CRS, a 5-megapixel USB 3.0 camera module designed specifically for interactive kiosks, digital signage and other…

Automated retail helps drive FIFA merchandising windfall

June 29, 2026

The soccer governing body FIFA has dramatically expanded the retail reach of the 2026 World Cup by placing officially licensed merchandise in thousands of…

Ohio hospital adds self-service floral vending machine

June 26, 2026

An Ohio florist has expanded her business beyond a traditional storefront by launching a floral vending machine at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital in…

Illinois town tightens tobacco vending machine regulations

June 25, 2026

The Jerseyville, Illinois, City Council has approved revisions to its tobacco vending machine ordinance, updating local regulations to align with state law…