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, Connect Media

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, Connect Media

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, Connect Media

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

Kentucky holds EV charging station groundbreaking

February 20, 2024

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined Federal Highway Administration Administrator Shailen Bhatt and state and local officials at a Circle K in Richmond Monday to…

Guam considers banning tobacco, vape machines

February 20, 2024

Lawmakers in Guam are looking to ban tobacco and vape products from vending machines, according to a Pacific Daily News report.

Oregon secures $10M in EV charging station funds

February 20, 2024

Electric vehicle drivers throughout Oregon will have a more reliable public charging experience over the next few years thanks to $10 million in federal funds…

California police publicize skimming device on Walmart kiosk

February 19, 2024

Police recently posted a picture of a skimming device after a Walmart employee found the device on a self-checkout kiosk at the Linda, California store near…

2024: Regulatory dynamics and the rise of crypto ATMs

by Brandon Mintz

As the crypto ecosystem continues to evolve and develop, navigating those regulatory waters will be essential for all companies to thrive and contribute to the…

Ikea Amsterdam expands self checkout, adds in-store pick up

February 19, 2024

Ikea Amsterdam has introduced two vending machines to provide in-store pick-up with the ability to handle 480 orders daily, according to a press release.

Las Vegas hospital debuts bilingual book vending machine

February 19, 2024

Sunrise Children's Hospital in Las Vegas has introduced a book vending machine offering books in both English and Spanish, courtesy of the Las Vegas-Clark…

Buffalo Bisons’ Sahlen Field goes cashless for vending, concessions

February 19, 2024

Sahlen Field, home of the Buffalo Bisons, will no longer accept cash in 2024 for concessions, merchandise, vending and at the Consumer's Pub at the Park…