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Amusement Expo International 2025 highlights industry innovation, resilience
April 10, 2025
Amusement Expo International 2025 has successfully concluded, marking its largest show to date with an impressive 225,000 square feet of exhibition space…
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Big Digital launches golf division, powers engagement at The Players Championship
April 4, 2025
Big Digital, a company specializing in immersive experiences, has launched Big Digital Golf, according to a press release. This dedicated division will focus…
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AVS Companies named AAMA Distributor of the Year
April 3, 2025
AVS Companies has received the American Amusement Machine Association 2025 Distributor of the Year award, according to a press release. The award, voted on by…
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Activate leads leisure growth on Financial Times's Americas list
April 3, 2025
Activate has been recognized as the top Leisure and Entertainment company on the Financial Times list of The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies 2025, ranking…
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Regulatory grey area surrounds Lucky Box vending machines amid gambling concerns
March 31, 2025
"Lucky Box" vending machines, which dispense mystery prizes in exchange for a $20 fee, are generating controversy in Australia due to concerns that they may be…
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Apple Industries recognized with awards, sees strong turnout at amusement expo
March 25, 2025
Apple Industries reported a highly successful showing at the recent Amusement Expo, marked by record-breaking attendance and significant industry recognition…
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Betson Enterprises execs inducted into AAMA Amusement Industry Hall of Fame
March 25, 2025
Bob Geschine, President of Betson Enterprises, and Peter Betti, former Chairman and CEO, have been inducted into the 2025 AAMA Amusement Industry Hall of Fame…
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Massachusetts Shaw's Supermarkets intro Pokémon vending machines
March 24, 2025
Shaw's Supermarkets across Massachusetts have started installing specialized vending machines that dispense Pokémon trading card products, according to a WBSM…
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Idaho Lottery extends scratch ticket printing contract with Pollard Banknote
March 21, 2025
The Idaho Lottery has extended its primary scratch ticket printing contract with Pollard Banknote Limited for two years, until March 2027, according to a press…
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Main Event launches "All You Can Play" spring break deal
March 11, 2025
Main Event Entertainment Inc. has announced a limited-time "All You Can Play" deal for Spring Break 2025, offering unlimited access to its entertainment…
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Dave & Buster's unveils extensive spring break 2025 entertainment dining lineup
March 11, 2025
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc. has announced its Spring Break 2025 promotional campaign, featuring a range of new gaming experiences, interactive…
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Semnox Solutions wins IAAPI award for Kwickfun App innovation
March 6, 2025
Semnox Solutions has received the IAAPI National Award of Excellence 2025 for New Product Innovation for its Kwickfun App, according to a press release. The…
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Velcrokid vending machines bring treats, toys to Texas
February 25, 2025
Velcrokid, a cafe that recently opened in Lewisville, Texas, combines a Japanese-style vending machine experience with an art gallery aesthetic, offering sweet…
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UK's first digital scratchcard vending machine trialed at Asda
February 20, 2025
A high-tech scratchcard vending machine is being trialed at an Asda store in Ashton-under-Lyne, marking the first such implementation in Europe, according to a…
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In The Game Fremont Street Arcade opens with Sacoa cashless system
February 18, 2025
The In The Game Fremont Street arcade has opened in Las Vegas featuring Sacoa Cashless System's technology, according to a press release. Operated by Family…
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Amusement And Music Owners Association to honor Apple Industries exec
February 13, 2025
The Amusement and Music Owners Association of New York, Inc., has chosen Scott Avery, president and chief operating officer at Apple Industries, to be its…
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Arcade gaming market projected to grow, driven by physical activity, VR integration
February 4, 2025
The global arcade gaming market is forecast to expand by nearly $2 billion between 2025 and 2029, according to a report from Technavio. The market is expected…
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APAAI Forum launches at GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025
February 4, 2025
Industry veterans Dr. Cynthia R. Mamon and Shaun McKeogh are launching the inaugural Asia Pacific Amusement & Attractions Industry Forum at the GTI…
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Cantaloupe acquires CHEQ, expanding into sports, entertainment
January 30, 2025
Cantaloupe, Inc. has acquired Cheq Lifestyle Technology Inc., a provider of self-service solutions for sports, entertainment and restaurants. The acquisition…
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Tampa Hard Rock resort undergoes $65M transformation
January 27, 2025
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has completed over $65 million in resort improvements, according to a press release. The Fresh Harvest Buffet…
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