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…

Power, Connectivity, and Uptime: Smarter Ways to Keep Self-Service Running Strong

In this webinar, Micah Larsen, Sales Director at Switch Always On will explore the two foundational elements that every unattended retail, kiosk, vending, and…

Presented by Switch Always On

Book vending machine supports DC authors amid funding cuts

October 16, 2025

A vending machine in downtown Washington is giving local authors an innovative way to reach readers, according to an NPR report.

Classic meets modern: How vending is evolving in the age of AI

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

As the industry shifts from analog to intelligent, always-connected devices, Carpenter and Laszig look ahead to what's next for automation, from expanding…

Cyngn deploys autonomous DriveMod Tugger with G&J Pepsi

October 15, 2025

Cyngn has deployed its DriveMod Tugger at G&J Pepsi, the largest independent Pepsi bottler in the United States, expanding its autonomous vehicle…

Morphy Auctions to showcase rare coin-op, vending machines in Las Vegas sale

October 14, 2025

Photo: Morphy Auctions Morphy Auctions will hold its semiannual Coin-Op and Antique Advertising sale Oct. 16–18 in Las Vegas, featuring 1,672 lots…

NxLite raises $9.2M to expand production of energy-control window coatings

October 14, 2025

NxLite has secured $9.2 million in Series A funding to scale production of its proprietary low-emissivity and solar-control coatings for glass, acrylic and…

Calor launches solar-powered gas cylinder vending machines in Ireland

October 13, 2025

Energy supplier Calor has introduced Calor Gas2Go, a solar-powered vending machine system that provides customers with 24/7 access to Calor gas cylinders…

PepsiCo names Steve Schmitt as chief financial officer

October 10, 2025

PepsiCo has appointed Steve Schmitt as executive vice president and chief financial officer effective Nov. 10, succeeding Jamie Caulfield, who will retire next…

ecoATM recognized for sustainability innovation in food retail sector

October 10, 2025

ecoATM, a company specializing in automated electronics recycling kiosks, has received the Sustainability in the Food Industry Award from The Shelby Report for…

Miss Vickie’s launches Italian-inspired Ristoranti Series with Canadian chefs

October 10, 2025

PepsiCo Canada has introduced the Miss Vickie's Ristoranti Series, a limited-time collection of kettle-cooked chips inspired by dishes from acclaimed Italian…

Shaquille O’Neal celebrates Shaq-A-Licious ride, candy launch in Hershey

October 8, 2025

Shaquille O'Neal brought his Shaq-A-Licious brand to Hershey this week, surprising students at Milton Hershey School and visiting Hersheypark to celebrate the…