America's Newest Workers Say the Little Perks Matter Most, Ranking Free Snacks and Drinks Above PTO Image Source: Slice Soda Every generation leaves its mark on workplace culture, and Gen Z appears to be ushering in a new era built around "micro joys," small moments that make the [read more]
7 in 10 Young Adults Order C-Store Hot Food Every Week, and They Expect the Tech to Work Image [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]
Image Source: Nayax Ltd. New AI capabilities in Nayax’s mobile app MoMa help unattended and self-service operators get [read more]
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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Vending Product News
A Simple, Food-First Way to Support Gut Health with Fiber, Prebiotics, and Gut-Activated Cultures Image Source: WK Kellogg Co. Kashi has expanded to the granola aisle with Kashi Gut Health Granola, made with whole grain oats, prebiotic chicory root fiber, gut activated cultures and a blend of nuts, seeds and fruit. The new [read more]
Image Source: Welch Foods Inc. Welch's has helped define one of America's most iconic sandwiches for generations. Now, [read more]
As vending operators continue expanding into micro markets, familiar brands and grab-and-go convenience are helping drive snack [read more]
WK Kellogg Co recently announced the launch of Kellogg's® Super Stars™, a new portfolio of K–12 cereals designed to make [read more]
Vending Tech & Security News
7 in 10 Young Adults Order C-Store Hot Food Every Week, and They Expect the Tech to Work Image Source: Business Wire, Inc. Hot food programs at convenience stores (c-stores) have become the category’s largest sales driver, positioning them to compete directly with quick-service restaurants (QSRs). New research from Canopy, the trusted provider [read more]
The world's fastest AS/RS solution is now expanding warehouse automation and software technology in Australia and New Zealand Image [read more]
SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, recently announced the availability of the SwitchBot Outdoor Pan/Tilt Cam [read more]
In the latest episode of The Unattended Edge, host Staci Thornton Ryan sat down with Patrick Moran, [read more]
Tom Vogt, Vice President of Micro Markets and Vending at AVS Companies, discusses how smart cooler technology [read more]
At Venditalia 2026, EVA introduced SmartLink, an open and secure specification aimed at improving interoperability between machines, payment systems, and [read more]
Retailers can now deliver a unified, intelligent, and personalized shopping experience across online and in-store channels Image Source: Nayax [read more]
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]
Push Beverages debuted its new Simply Push soda at the National Automatic Merchandiser Association (NAMA) show in Los Angeles. This [read more]
Lucky Energy revisits the era of bike rides to your local corner store for an ice-cold slush with the launch [read more]
The #1 tepache brand adds a bright new flavor De La Calle, the modern Mexican soda brand inspired by the [read more]
Sprite Returns as League’s Official Global Soft Drink Image Source: Business Wire, Inc. The National Basketball Association (NBA) [read more]
Leading healthy beverage brand continues its rapid growth with new flavors and key team additions Image Source: Nixie [read more]
Yerba Madre, the category leader in yerba mate, returns to Natural Products Expo West with its most comprehensive innovation slate [read more]
Snack News
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A Simple, Food-First Way to Support Gut Health with Fiber, Prebiotics, and Gut-Activated Cultures Image Source: WK Kellogg Co. Kashi has expanded to the granola aisle with Kashi Gut Health Granola, made with whole grain oats, prebiotic chicory root fiber, gut activated cultures and a blend of nuts, seeds and fruit. The new [read more]
The REESE's PIECES brand is giving fans a playful twist on one of the most recognizable candies, with the launch of its REESE'S [read more]
Little Debbie, America's favorite snack cake brand, is officially bringing snack time to a whole new level. In an unprecedented [read more]
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 [read more]
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Healthy News
Protein Matcha Expands the Brand's Dairy-Based Protein Offerings with an Instant Iced Drink Mix in Three Flavors That Also Includes Lion's Mane Mushroom for Focus and Coconut Water Powder and Sea Salt Electrolytes Image Source: Laird Superfood Laird Superfood®, Inc., a leader in functional coffee, creamers, and superfood products made with simple, minimally [read more]
Interview with Steve Herzic Image Source: Created by Vending Connection As the vending and office coffee service (OCS) [read more]
Survey finds widespread loss of control, regret and growing public appetite for stronger oversight Image Source: Created by Vending [read more]
Taylor Farms' latest products meets the growing demand for protein and fresh produce Image Source: Taylor Farms Taylor [read more]
Forager Project, a leader in organic dairy-free foods, recently announced a major expansion of its Greek Style Yogurt lineup with [read more]
A new almondmilk from the growers who know almonds best. Image Source: Blue Diamond Almonds As a grower-owned [read more]
Purely Elizabeth Launches Limited Edition Purely Glow Granola, Brand’s First Beauty-Inspired Granola
Inspired by viral beauty trends, the limited-edition launch taps into pistachio's breakout moment and the rise of glow-from-within rituals Purely [read more]
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Vending AI News
SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, recently announced the availability of the SwitchBot Outdoor Pan/Tilt Cam 3K, an outdoor security camera designed to deliver wider coverage, clearer detail, and smarter AI-powered insights for home monitoring. Image Source: SwitchBot Designed to improve the household monitoring of yards, driveways, entrances, shops, [read more]
Developed by board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Eiriny Eskander, Caloria delivers physician-backed insights for people managing GLP-1 use, diabetes, PCOS, and menopause. [read more]
Chef Robotics, a leader in AI-enabled robotic meal assembly for the food manufacturing industry, today announced Chef+, the company's most [read more]
New multilingual capabilities expand access to real-time GLP-1 dining guidance as WHO highlights the importance of protein-focused nutrition. MENU – [read more]
Nayax Ltd., a global commerce enablement and payments platform designed to help merchants scale their business by simplifying payments and [read more]
GoDaddy is packing even more agentic AI power into its recently launched Airo.ai online experience with the addition of six [read more]
MENU – ORDER AI, the first real-time dining companion built specifically for GLP-1 users and health-conscious consumers, has officially launched [read more]
