Kande VendTech makes it easy for businesses to request placement

March 19, 2026

Las Vegas–based Kande VendTech, a provider of smart vending solutions, has launched a website designed to make it easier for businesses in the Las Vegas Valley…

Lifedrink expands footprint in Japan

March 17, 2026

Japanese beverage manufacturing and distribution firm Lifedrink plans to establish a wholly owned subsidiary, LD Vending Co., as part of its strategy to expand…

How smart coolers can power up vending kiosks

Smart coolers are becoming a strong option for vending kiosks and modern retail.

UK bakery chain eyes vending machine rollout

March 16, 2026

British bakery chain Greggs is exploring the possibility of offering its popular bakery items through vending machines in the U.K. as part of a broader push…

From vending machines to autonomous retail: The evolution of grab and go shopping

Customers want physical shopping to feel as quick and simple as online purchasing. The demand has led to the rise of autonomous retail — stores where customers…

Expressions gift card kiosks bring personalization to retail gifting

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The Expressions Gift Card Kiosk offers a personalized greeting card with the option to include a digital gift card, all in a fraction of the space retailers…

Some tech companies deploying tobacco vending machines

March 13, 2026

Some technology companies, including data integration and analytics firm Palantir Technologies, are stocking office vending machines with nicotine pouches and…

What makes the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show a must-attend event?

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show takes place December 14-16 in Miami Beach this year. Here are the many reasons to attend.

UK arena unveils autonomous market

March 12, 2026

Co-op Live, the U.K.'s largest live entertainment arena, has launched Europe's first fully frictionless autonomous self-serve market, according to an Event…

Illinois town eyeing ban on cannabis vending machines

March 11, 2026

The City Council of Wood River, Ill., approved an ordinance banning cigarette and vape vending machines during a recent meeting, according to a report at the…

Chevron funds book vending machines for Texas school district

March 10, 2026

The Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District in West Texas has begun installing book vending machines across the district to reward students with free…

Maryland county offering free cannabis storage bags via vending

March 9, 2026

Anne Arundel County, in Maryland, is using a network of "Health-to-Go" vending machines to distribute free cannabis safe-storage bags in an effort to prevent…

Irish farmer group maps milk vending machines

March 9, 2026

The Ulster Farmers' Union in Ireland has launched a new on-farm milk vending machine map as part of its Februdairy campaign, according to a report at the…

USC student creates app to transform vending placement

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Deven Chitkara is attempting to modernize one of the most traditional sectors of unattended retail.

NCSA names 2026 Candy Hall of Fame inductees

March 6, 2026

The National Confectionery Sales Association has announced the Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and the recipient of the NCSA Distinguished Service Award.

ART launches crowdfunding campaign

March 5, 2026

Automated Retail Technologies, a developer of the fully automated Just Baked hot-food robotic kiosk, has launched a regulation crowdfunding campaign to support…

Missouri high schoolers recognized for vending savvy

March 4, 2026

At Lindbergh High School in St. Louis, marketing teacher Sarah Pincus emphasizes hands-on learning, giving four seniors the opportunity to operate a real-world…

SandStar debuts VRK AI vending kiosk

March 3, 2026

SandStar has debuted the SandStar VRK, an vending kiosk featuring AI computer vision.

InventHelp inventor develops sports vending machine

March 2, 2026

An inventor from Akron, Ohio, has developed Vendi Sports, a vending machine designed to provide convenient access to sporting goods such as tennis balls…

Automated dining takes flight at Southwest Florida International Airport

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

For kiosk and vending machine vendors, the trend toward vending-operated food service represents potential for significant expansion. For foodservice brands…