Payments News & Media
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.
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Exhibitor spotlight: INFI
The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show(ARKI) is the place to be to see the past, present and future of self-service technology. Held in Tampa from…
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UnionPay payment network reaches over 90% of Europe
September 26, 2025
UnionPay International announced Friday that its payment services are now available in more than 90% of European countries and regions. The expansion…
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Fiserv expands Clover with acquisitions of CardFree, AIB Merchant Services
September 10, 2025
Payments technology company Fiserv has announced two strategic acquisitions aimed at expanding the capabilities of its Clover point-of-sale system and…
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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…
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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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Sacoa expands Mexico operations with Galaxzer Entertainment partnership
August 13, 2025
Sacoa Cashless System is expanding its operations in Mexico through a strategic partnership with Galaxzer Entertainment.
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Embed partners with Windcave for unattended payment solution
August 12, 2025
Embed, a technology provider for the amusement and leisure industries, has expanded into the unattended payments category with a solution powered by global…
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Coinstar's Retail Remote Transfer program reaches 15M account holders
July 22, 2025
Coinstar, LLC's Retail Remote Transfer program now serves over 15 million U.S. account holders, enabling them to deposit coins and cash directly into their…
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KwikPay introduces streamlined cashless payments for standalone amusement machines
July 11, 2025
KwikPay has launched a compact, contactless payment reader designed specifically for standalone amusement and vending machines, according to a press release.
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Sacoa implements cashless system at Barcelo Maya Grand Resort's Strikers Sports Bar
June 24, 2025
Sacoa Cashless System has completed the installation of its technology at Strikers Sports Bar and Bowling Center within the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort's Maya…
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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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Sacoa to exhibit cashless technologies at European, North American trade shows
June 12, 2025
Sacoa Cashless System, a provider of cashless management solutions for the entertainment and leisure industries, has announced its participation in two…
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CSC ServiceWorks partners with PayRange to digitize laundry services
June 11, 2025
CSC ServiceWorks, a commercial laundry operator, has entered into a long-term agreement to integrate PayRange technology into its washers and dryers, according…
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Sacoa Cashless rolls out at Cinemex 'Knock Out' venues in Mexico
May 29, 2025
Sacoa Cashless System has installed its cashless management solutions in 13 "Knock Out" entertainment venues, a concept by cinema chain Cinemex, across Mexico…
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365 Retail Markets introduces MarketSight loss prevention for MM6 Mini Kiosks
May 12, 2025
365 Retail Markets, a company specializing in unattended retail technology, has launched MarketSight, an anti-theft add-on for its MM6 Mini kiosks, according…
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Cantaloupe partners with Carnival Cruise Line for Celebration Key dining
May 12, 2025
Cantaloupe, Inc. and Carnival Cruise Line have partnered to implement Cantaloupe's point-of-sale technology at Carnival's exclusive destination, Celebration…
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Cashless payments accelerating in self-service retail
May 7, 2025
Consumers are grabbing credit cards and digital wallets over cash these days and the trend indicates a significant shift toward cashless payments in…
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Beyond the counter: How kiosks are revolutionizing the fast food experience
by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group
Learn how self-service kiosk preference is pushing QSRs and fast casual to prioritize personalized, engaging digital experiences to boost loyalty and revenue.
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Cantaloupe to showcase smart retail innovations, including micro market kiosk, AI-powered aisle
May 5, 2025
Cantaloupe Inc., a global provider of technology solutions for self-service commerce, will present its latest innovations at the 2025 National Automatic…
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