A new national survey published today by Bluevine—the largest digital banking platform for small businesses in the U.S.*—reveals that small business financing challenges are often driven by a gap in preparation and financial literacy rather than a lack of available capital. According to the study of more than 800 U.S. [read more]
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Vending Product News
The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture Image Source: FITCRUNCH FITCRUNCH®, the chef-crafted protein bar brand founded by Chef Robert Irvine, is ushering in a new era of protein snacking with the launch of Puff N' Crunchy, designed to redefine what consumers expect from a protein [read more]
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Vending Tech & Security News
Full-cycle I-9 management has long been limited by cost and complexity. WorkBright+ changes that by combining AI with human expertise to deliver true end-to-end compliance at half the cost. Image Source: WorkBright For years, the price of full-service I-9 management has been driven by people hours. That's the short way of saying: the [read more]
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The Industry Group (TIG) and the Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) will spotlight the convergence of POS, kiosks, digital signage, and [read more]
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Balaji Brands recently partnered with AVS Companies at International Bowl Expo 2026 and won the Best New Product Award for [read more]
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Beverage News
Melting Forest, a leading functional beverage brand powered by mushroom adaptogens and modern wellness ingredients, today announced the launch of Glow Up Functional Protein Drink. "We didn't create Glow Up to be another protein shake or to chase a protein trend," says Sean McDonald, Founder & CEO of Melting Forest, in a recent press release. [read more]
Summer's favorite drink just got a functional refresh. Juni, the fast-growing adaptogenic sparkling tea brand co-founded by Jay Shetty, Radhi Devlukia, [read more]
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Key Takeaways from The NAMA Show 2026 Session: “Upcoming Trends in Hot & Cold Beverages” At this year’s The NAMA [read more]
Red Bull has announced this year's Red Bull Summer Edition Sudachi Lime. This limited-time offering is now available with and [read more]
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Push Beverages debuted its new Simply Push soda at the National Automatic Merchandiser Association (NAMA) show in Los Angeles. This [read more]
Snack News
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The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture Image Source: FITCRUNCH FITCRUNCH®, the chef-crafted protein bar brand founded by Chef Robert Irvine, is ushering in a new era of protein snacking with the launch of Puff N' Crunchy, designed to redefine what consumers expect from a protein [read more]
A Simple, Food-First Way to Support Gut Health with Fiber, Prebiotics, and Gut-Activated Cultures Image Source: WK Kellogg Co. [read more]
The #1 No Sugar Added Granola Brand Debuts a No Sugar Added, Sweet & Crunchy Protein Granola Made with Nature's [read more]
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Healthy News
Perfect Snacks®, creator of the Original Refrigerated Protein Bar™, is expanding its fresh-from-the-fridge lineup with the launch of Oaties, its first-ever oat-based protein bar. Crafted with real ingredients and nothing artificial, Oaties deliver 8 grams of protein and are a good source of fiber to support healthy digestion. Image Source: Perfect Snacks "As our [read more]
Protein Matcha Expands the Brand's Dairy-Based Protein Offerings with an Instant Iced Drink Mix in Three Flavors That Also Includes [read more]
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Full-cycle I-9 management has long been limited by cost and complexity. WorkBright+ changes that by combining AI with human expertise to deliver true end-to-end compliance at half the cost. Image Source: WorkBright For years, the price of full-service I-9 management has been driven by people hours. That's the short way of saying: the [read more]
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