Micro Markets News & Media

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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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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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.

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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…

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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…

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What’s new in candy? Celebrate National Candy Month with these 2025 releases

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

These 10 new candies are among the most buzzworthy (and potentially bestselling) products to watch.

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VenHub debuts AI-powered smart store at LAX/Metro Transit Center

June 13, 2025

VenHub Global, Inc. has launched a 24/7, fully autonomous retail store at the LAX/Metro Transit Center. The AI-powered "Smart Store" aims to provide travelers…

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U.S. convenience services industry generates $40B in economic impact, report finds

June 10, 2025

The U.S. convenience services industry, encompassing vending, micro-markets, office coffee and pantry services, produces a $40.04 billion annual economic…

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Coca-Cola United opens sales center in Auburn

June 6, 2025

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United held a grand opening Wednesday for its sales center and warehouse in Auburn. The company invested $18 million in the…

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J.M. Smucker Co. to close Indianapolis Hostess plant by early 2026

June 5, 2025

The J.M. Smucker Co. plans to close its manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, which produces items for the company's Hostess brand, according to a…

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Dr Pepper re-releases Creamy Coconut flavor for summer

June 5, 2025

Dr Pepper's Creamy Coconut flavor has returned to store shelves for the summer season, according to an MSN report. First introduced last spring, the beverage…

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Judge dismisses Flamin' Hot Cheetos invention lawsuit, cites lack of factual support

June 3, 2025

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Richard Montañez, who claimed to be the inventor of Flamin' Hot Cheetos, against Frito-Lay and its parent…

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Kraft Heinz pledges energy efficiency focus despite $170M federal funding cut

June 3, 2025

Kraft Heinz has affirmed its ongoing commitment to energy efficiency projects despite the U.S. Department of Energy rescinding up to $170 million in potential…

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Global chocolate market to reach $172.89B by 2030, fueled by AI personalization

June 2, 2025

The global chocolate market is projected to grow from approximately $130.72 billion in 2024 to $172.89 billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth…

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Breyers launches s'mores frozen treats

June 2, 2025

Breyers has unveiled its Campfire Collection of S'mores frozen treats, featuring Hershey's Milk Chocolate, and introduced the "Breyers S'mores Freezerpit," a…

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O's Bubble launches Mochi Boba: Ready-to-eat, no-heat boba

June 2, 2025

O's Bubble, under Orbitel International Group, has launched O's Bubble Mochi Boba (Boba 3.0), which it claims is the industry's first ready-to-eat…

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Urban Value to roll out AI-powered Smart Store Coolers

May 30, 2025

Urban Value Corner Store is set to roll out its Smart Store Coolers this summer, introducing an AI-powered, self-service retail experience to residential…

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