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  • VMFS USA Vending Machines Logo

    Image Source: VMFS USA VMFS USA, a U.S.-based vending machine manufacturer, is raising the bar for secure self-service retail with its integrated AI-powered ID verification technology—a built-in system that enables age-restricted product sales directly from smart vending machines. This innovation helps operators meet compliance requirements while unlocking profitable new product categories. Designed for seamless integration with VMFS USA’s own vending machines, the system verifies customer identity and age in seconds using facial recognition, AI-based document scanning, and encrypted [read more]

    Published On: May 22, 2025Categories: Vending Technology & Security NewsTags: ,
  • Tillamook New Manufacturing Facility in Decatur, Illinois

    Tillamook Lays Groundwork for Future Growth with First Plant Outside Oregon

    June 8, 2025

  • David Protein Bars

    David, Maker of the Highest Protein-to-Calorie Ratio Bars, Closes $75M Series A Funding

    June 7, 2025

  • Jack Links National Jerky Day Amazon Box

    Jack Link’s Celebrates National Jerky Day with Exclusive Discount on Amazon

    June 7, 2025

  • Remembering Richard “Dick” Atnip: Founder, CEO, and Vending Industry Icon

    Remembering Richard “Dick” Atnip: Founder, CEO, and Vending Industry Icon

    June 3, 2025

  • Five Star Logo

    Five Star Breaktime Solutions Acquires Heart of Georgia Vending

    May 28, 2025

  • Chomps Beef Sticks B Corp Certified

    Chomps Officially Receives B Corp Certification

    May 21, 2025

  • Emerson Lanes Betson

    Emerson Lanes Expands Entertainment Offerings with New Arcade by Betson

    May 20, 2025

  • Delio Vending

    Delio Vending Partners Exclusively with Cantaloupe to Power Smart Micro Markets Across DFW

    May 19, 2025

  • Five Star Logo

    Five Star Breaktime Solutions Acquires Key Operations from Premium Solutions

    May 19, 2025

  • Crane Payment Innovations Partners with PEAC Solutions

    Crane Payment Innovations Introduces New Rental Program, Offering Operators Flexibility and Choices

    May 16, 2025

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