South Carolina grocery store receives book vending machine

March 8, 2024

A book vending machine has been installed at a Piggly Wiggly located in Neeses, South Carolina, according to a report from wltx.com.

Curbit, Chekt partner in smart food lockers

March 7, 2024

Curbit, a restaurant technology firm, has partnered with Chekt, a foodservice pickup solutions firm, to develop order pickup automation solutions, according to…

ARC teams with Brendamour to meet surging demand for intelligent locker solutions

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

While customer demand for device management solutions continues to surge, Brendamour's partnership has allowed ARC to meet that demand head-on and effectively…

Survey: QSRs, fast casuals expand digital ordering in 2024

March 6, 2024

QSR and fast casual restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps and voice AI on the phone and in the…

Chicago considers expanding Narcan vending machines

March 5, 2024

Chicago is considering expansion of its Narcan vending machine program.

How AI and IoT are changing self service equipment

by Pooja Neharkar — digital marketer, sphinx solutions

As modern businesses are rapidly investing in AI and IoT implementation, self-service equipment will offer more convenience and efficiency on an unparalleled…

Self-order kiosks keep Brooklyn 'video game restaurant' in the black

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-order kiosks have helped allow Action Burger to expand as video game restaurant. Customers pay with credit or cash at three self-serve kiosks.

Digital Signage in Hospitality

By replacing static signs with a network of digital screens and interactive kiosks you can improve guest experience, streamline operations, and reduce…

Self-Service Kiosks: Business Benefits and Uses

Self service kiosks are becoming vital parts of many businesses. But what is a self service kiosk and why is it so important to think about?

Misconceptions about ATM fees

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

ATM fees pose a major point of contention for consumers. No one likes to pay for a service that they are used to receiving for free by using their bank's ATM.

The gold revolution comes to ATMs

by Cheryl Conner — Blogger/Columnist, Content University

Gold has long remained a stable asset and today that asset is coming to ATMs.

How to balance user experience, AI innovation with self-service kiosks

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Balancing AI innovation and user experience was the focus of a panel session during the recent Self Service Innovation Summit.

Miami soccer stadium intros Zippin outdoor checkout-free solution

February 22, 2024

Chase Stadium, the home of the Miami CF soccer team, has introduced an outdoor, checkout-free store provided by Zippin, according to the Zippin website.

Coffee machine camera irks Amazon warehouse employees

February 22, 2024

Workers at an Amazon warehouse in Maple Grove, Minnesota, have complained about a camera in a coffee machine operated by Canteen. The employees felt the camera…

Code Factory teams with Creoir on Voice Topping solution for self service

February 21, 2024

Code Factory, a provider of speech software and assistive technology, has teamed with Creoir, a provider of voice enabled and IoT products, to introduce…

Baby supply vending venture debuts in Massachusetts

February 21, 2024

Shoppers at Dartmouth Mall in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, who find themselves in need of baby supplies will be able to purchase them from the Mama-mergency…

Oak View Group acquires Invited’s stadium club division

February 21, 2024

Oak View Group, a provider of live experience venue development, venue management and hospitality at 360 venues, has acquired the stadium club division from…

Citgo teams with Folk Oil on EV charging kiosks in Michigan

February 21, 2024

Citgo Petroleum Corp., along with marketer Folk Oil Co., recently launched an electric vehicle charging pilot program designed to meet the needs of EV drivers…

Longtime Kiosk Marketplace, Vending Times editor to retire

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Elliot Maras, the editor of Vending Times and Kiosk Marketplace, will retire Feb. 26. He plans to work on creative writing and travel in his retirement.

What's the future hold for IADs?

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

Independent ATM operators have taken hits on multiple fronts the past years. With falling cash withdrawals, customer resistance to fees and acquisitions, there…