Classic vending with a modern twist

by Dale Laszig — Founder, DSL Direct LLC

The global migration to more intelligent, agile, interactive vending devices creates opportunities and challenges for manufacturers and service providers

Pecan pie vending machine still going strong after 17 years

December 12, 2025

The pecan pie vending machine at Berdoll Pecan Candy and Gift Company in Cedar Creek, Texas, is still pretty popular.

Mall vending machines provide donation opportunity

December 11, 2025

Giving Machines, which are vending machines providing a way to donate to those in need, are finding a home at Florida malls.

Swipe fees may cost consumers $20 billion this holiday season

December 11, 2025

Swipe fees, which banks charge retailers for processing credit card transactions, could cost consumers $20 billion or more in higher prices this holiday…

Mississippi Children's Museum unveils book vending machine

December 9, 2025

The Mississippi Children's Museum in Jackson has unveiled an Inchy's Bookwork Vending Machine through a partnership with Atmos Energy. The machine contains…

T-Roc Global launches Automated Retail Solutions

December 9, 2025

The Revenue Optimization Companies (T-ROC Global), a provider of people and technology for the global retail market, has launched Automated Retail Solutions…

Vending machine in The Bronx offers fresh food for food insecure families

December 8, 2025

A vending machine in The Bronx in NYC offers vegetables, proteins and eggs at no cost to food insecure families, according to a UnionRayo report.

Why the convenience store industry won't support Visa/Mastercard swipe fee settlement

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

With 85% of cards today tied to rewards programs, almost all would fall under the new ‘premium consumer’ category, leaving businesses with virtually no choice…

Transforming high-traffic operations: The power of strategic self-service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel of experts at the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Dec. 10-12 will discuss how strategically deploying smart self-service solutions can elevate…

Nashville gets more Narcan vending machines

December 5, 2025

More Narcan vending machines have been popping up across Nashville. Narcan, a drug that can reverse overdoses of opioids, can be found in several locations in…

Oklahoma library debuts book vending kiosk at local mall

December 5, 2025

A self-service book vending kiosk has been launched by the Tulsa City-County Library, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Prescription pickup lockers offer practical solutions

As pharmacies continue to grapple with staffing shortages, expanding clinical responsibilities, and rising customer expectations, prescription pickup lockers…

Automated retail vending market to reach $9.8B by 2031

December 3, 2025

The automated retail vending market will reach $9.8 billion by 2031 in the consumer goods and retail category. It will also grow at a compound annual growth…

World Giving vending machine arrives in Washington State

December 3, 2025

A World Giving Machine, a vending machine providing opportunities for service and helping others, has returned to the Alderwood in Lynnwood, in Everett…

Integrating AI into self-service

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

Learn how AI will change self-service at the upcoming Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show.

Estonia considers self-service pharmacies

December 2, 2025

Estonia's Ministry of Social Affairs is considering creating self-service pharmacies to serve communities without access to pharmacies. With these locations…

NCSA accepting nominations for candy hall of fame

November 27, 2025

The National Confectionery Sales Association is accepting nominations for the its Candy Hall of Fame class of 2026. The hall of fame recognizes remarkable…

NYC Subway's MetroCard ending, OMNY taking over

November 25, 2025

New York City's subway system is poised to complete its transition away from the yellow MetroCard, beginning in 2026, according to reporting by MSN. The shift…

LightTheWorld Giving Machines return to Tucson, Arizona

November 24, 2025

The LighttheWorld Giving Machines will one again return to Tucson. The unique "vending machines in reverse" allow residents to buy and donate items like…

Dallas Area Rapid Transit rolls out vending machines

November 24, 2025

Dallas Area Rapid Transit is introducing touchscreen ticket vending machines to allow customers to purchase tickets. With the machines, customers can buy day…