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.

Automated retail vending market to reach $9.8B by 2031

December 3, 2025

The automated retail vending market will reach $9.8 billion by 2031 in the consumer goods and retail category. It will also grow at a compound annual growth…

NYC launches vending machine with fresh eggs, meat, produce

November 10, 2025

NYC non-profit Change Food For Good just installed its first free food vending machine. Located at Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club in the Bronx, the vending…

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…

Scotiabank Arena adds Amazon-powered self-checkouts for Leafs, Raptors fans

October 31, 2025

Fans attending Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors games at Scotiabank Arena will now have more ways to skip concession lines thanks to new food and drink…

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.

Healthy Smart Mart launches financing program to help entrepreneurs enter micro market industry

September 30, 2025

Healthy Smart Mart introduced Capital Access Program aimed at lowering financial barriers for entrepreneurs interested in opening micro markets, according to a…

Screenverse co-founders talk DOOH strategy, challenges, innovations ahead

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

In this episode of the Digital Signage Today podcast Screenverse CEO David Weinfeld and Screenverse President Adam Malone share insight on the shift of digital…

The 90s are back: Iconic Candy launches Creme Savers, Bubble Jug at Walmart nationwide

September 22, 2025

Iconic Candy, a company dedicated to reviving classic confections, is expanding its reach with a retail and e-commerce push. The brand announced on Monday the…

Food Express appoints Matt Kilpatrick as president to lead growth

September 12, 2025

Food Express, a provider of breakroom services has appointed Matt Kilpatrick as its next President, according to a press release. The company, an operating…

USConnect granted US patent for Theft Detective technology

September 5, 2025

USConnect, a leader in convenience services and technology, has been awarded a U.S. patent for its "Theft Detective" system, a technology designed to combat…

United Food Group names Russ Law as sales manager

September 5, 2025

United Food Group has appointed Russ Law as its next sales manager, according to a press release. Effective immediately, Law will be responsible for sales…

Roper St. Francis Healthcare debuts Amazon Just Walk Out Cafe

August 27, 2025

Roper St. Francis Healthcare has launched a cafe and gift shop at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina, that uses Amazon's "Just Walk…

Celebrating the future of self-service: Nominations for the 2025 ARKI awards closing soon

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nominations are closing soon for the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation (ARKI) Awards, a celebration of the companies, technologies and visionary innovators…

NEXCOM opens 100th micro market at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay

August 11, 2025

The Navy Exchange Service Command has opened its 100th NEX Micro Market at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia, according to a DVIDS report. The…

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…

VaaS revolution reshaping unattended retail

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

As industries increasingly embrace unattended retail and seek lower-risk formats, VaaS will become crucial for deploying and managing self-service solutions.

Kraft Heinz to phase out artificial dyes by 2027

June 17, 2025

On Tuesday, Kraft Heinz announced its commitment to remove all food, drug and cosmetic artificial dyes from its U.S. products by the end of 2027. The company…

Cantaloupe to be acquired by 365 Retail Markets in $848M deal

June 16, 2025

Cantaloupe Inc., a technology company specializing in self-service commerce, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by unattended retail…