NYC launches vending machine with fresh eggs, meat, produce

November 10, 2025

NYC non-profit Change Food For Good just installed its first free food vending machine. Located at Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club in the Bronx, the vending…

Steven King on leading ARKI and the future of automation

Steven King joins The Automation and Self-Service Podcast to discuss ARKI’s rebrand and how automation, AI and human connection are driving the next phase of…

Gen Z loves Nerds, the candy kind

November 10, 2025

When it comes to candy the Gen Z demographic is all about nerds, Nerds candy to be specific.

North Carolina elementary students earn free books from vending machine

November 7, 2025

Students at Arthur W. Edwards Elementary School in Havelock, North Carolina, are earning books instead of snacks thanks to a vending machine unveiled Friday…

Dartmouth Dining reports repeated theft, vandalism at campus vending machines

November 7, 2025

Dartmouth Dining officials say theft and vandalism have become persistent issues at the college's 83 Fresh Zone vending machines, with up to a dozen incidents…

Amazon Pharmacy to launch prescription pickup kiosks in Los Angeles clinics

November 6, 2025

Amazon Pharmacy will begin installing prescription pickup kiosks inside select One Medical clinics across the Los Angeles area in December, expanding its…

Speaker Spotlight: John Walsh, CRO, Farmer’s Fridge

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Learn how a background in international policy issues is playing into Farmer’s Fridge CRO John Walsh’s strategy skillset and decision making.

Lindbergh Elementary rewards strong attendance with book vending machine

November 5, 2025

Students at Lindbergh Elementary School in St. Joseph, Missouri, are earning books instead of snacks from a special vending machine as part of a program to…

Mini art vending machine debuts at Fairfax City brewery

November 5, 2025

A vending machine at Commonwealth Brewing Co. in Fairfax, Virginia, is offering miniature art prints instead of snacks as part of a local initiative to…

Reverse vending machine market projected to reach $451.9M by 2032

November 4, 2025

The global reverse vending machine market is expected to grow from $286.6 million in 2025 to $451.9 million by 2032, expanding at a compound annual growth rate…

Speaker’s Spotlight: Ira Blumenthal, founder/CEO, Co-Opportunities, Automated Restaurant Solutions

Ira Blumenthal will be sharing his insight on implementing strategic self-service solutions at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show.

10 reasons to attend ARKI 2025 in Tampa

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Formerly known as the Self-Service Innovation Summit, ARKI brings together operators, brands and technology leaders for three days of learning, networking and…

Quest Nutrition introduces high-protein chocolate frosted donuts

October 28, 2025

Quest Nutrition, part of The Simply Good Foods Co., has launched its first-ever donuts with the debut of Quest Bake Shop Chocolate Frosted Donuts, offering 1…

Twix launches first Hallowmas celebration blending Halloween with holiday cheer

October 27, 2025

Twix, part of Mars Inc., is debuting Hallowmas, a celebration combining spooky and festive traditions with limited-edition treats, a sweepstakes and a New York…

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.

Speaker spotlight: Jeff Rogers, BetterHealth Vending

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Former police officer Jeff Rogers is now an owner of a vending company. Learn more about him in today's speaker spotlight for ARKI.

Exhibitor spotlight: Tech 2 Success

by Kiosk Marketplace

Tech 2 Success will be displaying its innovative task management app at ARKI.

Presented by Tech 2 Success

Planters reintroduces Special Reserve peanuts for National Nut Day

October 22, 2025

The Planters brand is marking National Nut Day with the return of its limited-edition Special Reserve peanuts, according to a press release.

8-year-old Brooklyn artist turns vending machine into creative business

October 21, 2025

What began as a family lesson about saving money has turned into a small neighborhood sensation for eight-year-old Linus Piepmeyer, who operates a vending…

PepsiCo launches first Global Farmer Awards recognizing agricultural leadership

October 17, 2025

PepsiCo has launched its first Global Farmer Awards, honoring farmers, families and advisors from across its global supply chain for achievements in…