Texas Lottery vending machines now require ID scans

January 8, 2025

The Texas Lottery Commission has implemented a new policy requiring players to scan their government-issued photo ID before purchasing lottery tickets from…

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.

Record $2.8M jackpot hits Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood

December 13, 2024

A gambler from Plantation, Florida has struck it rich at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, winning a record-breaking $2,856,079 jackpot on…

Amuze acquires Ferris Music Service, expanding northeast presence

October 30, 2024

Amuze, a provider of arcade and amusement solutions, has acquired Ferris Music Service, Inc. and its ATM division, Mainely ATMs, 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…

AVS Companies relocates Wisconsin branch

October 7, 2024

AVS Companies has opened a Wisconsin branch at 1425 Walnut Ridge Drive, Hartland, WI. The relocated facility, which is over 21,000 square feet, offers…

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…

TouchTunes partners with Lucra to bring real-money gaming to bars across America

July 2, 2024

TouchTunes, an interactive music and entertainment platform for bars, is partnering with Lucra, a provider of gamification services. The collaboration will…

Gumball.com launches line of crane machines from Coast to Coast Entertainment

April 24, 2024

Gumball.com has launched a new line of modernized crane machines, introducing new themes and prizes to the game, according to a gumball.com report.

AMI Jukebox announces Eagles giveaway to celebrate 'The Long Goodbye' Tour

April 12, 2024

AMI Entertainment is offering music fans the chance to win a limited-edition Eagles music bundle in honor of the band's farewell tour, "The Long Goodbye."

Amusement and Music Operators Association names new leaders

April 11, 2024

During its 2024 Annual Membership Meeting in Las Vegas, the Amusement and Music Operators Association elected the Class of 2027, consisting of eight operators…

Las Vegas welcomes Amusement Exposition International, including VR and XR insights

by Kevin Williams

The AAMA and AMOA co-operated show comprised various co-located partnerships with the National Bulk Vending Association (NBVA), Laser Tag Convention, Billiards…

Family Fun and Games LLC acquires CandyMachines.com

March 14, 2024

Family Fun and Games LLC, an eCommerce and brand strategy company owned by Andy Denton, has acquired CandyMachines.com, according to a press release.

IGT, Everi combining forces

March 1, 2024

International Game Technology PLC and Everi Holdings Inc. are combining forces via an agreement in which IGT will separate its Global Gaming and PlayDigital…

Self-order kiosks keep Brooklyn 'video game restaurant' in the black

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-order kiosks have helped allow Action Burger to expand as video game restaurant. Customers pay with credit or cash at three self-serve kiosks.

DPL Wins Prestigious ATMIA Peter Kulik Innovation Award for Hercules AI at ATMIA 2024

DPL, a leading provider of managed connectivity in the IoT industry, proudly announces its receipt of the esteemed ATMIA Peter Kulik Innovation Award at the…

Pizza Ranch & FunZone Arcade opens Minnesota location

February 23, 2024

Betson Enterprises, a Carlstadt, New Jersey-based distributor of arcade and amusement equipment, parts and service, recently completed a 20-piece game room…

Industry loses sports betting kiosk inventor John English

February 22, 2024

John English (Image: LinkedIn) John English, an inventor of sports betting kiosks, passed away on Saturday in Las Vegas, his home town…

Betson Completes FunZone Arcade Installation for Pizza Ranch Detroit Lakes

Betson Enterprises, the industry’s leading distributor of location-based amusement products, proudly announces the completion of a 20-piece game room…

Vending upgrade pushes Zero Gravity to higher sales

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As a result of the changes made since Ed Golebiowski acquired the Zero Gravity Trampoline Park in 2022, the arcade, food and beverage revenue quadrupled from…