Self Service news and trends

Self-Serve Specialist Cantaloupe Acquired by Private Equity Holding for $884 Million
Acquisitions // June 16, 2025

Self-serve commerce company Cantaloupe is set to go private in an $884 million deal. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Cantaloupe Adds ‘Smart Aisles’ to Self-Service Commerce Stable
Retail // May 05, 2025

Self-service commerce company Cantaloupe is debuting new products designed to promote frictionless retail. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Self-Service Payments Firm Cantaloupe Reportedly Weighs Sale
Acquisitions // February 26, 2025

Self-service payments technology and software company Cantaloupe is reportedly considering putting itself up for sale. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

How Self-Service Technology Is Helping Physical Retail Take Back Sales
Unattended Retail // February 26, 2025

The brick-and-mortar retail model is in flux. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree...

Interviews & Exclusives
Stadiums Bet on Smart Checkout to Keep Fans Spending

June 17, 2025
Self-service models are emerging not merely as a convenience but as a powerful catalyst for faster commerce and payments experiences at every consumer touchpoint. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

Self-Serve Retail Rises on ‘Smart Commerce’ Technology

February 20, 2025
Self-serve commerce has come a long way since the concept was introduced almost 40 years ago by a company called CheckRobot. Developers back then were years away from being able...

66% of US Consumers Prefer Self-Service Kiosks Over Staffed Checkouts

September 18, 2024
In today’s retail environment, unattended payment technologies are revolutionizing the way transactions are processed. Once considered a convenience, these systems are now integral to enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency....

Self-Service Confronts Big Issues to Meet Consumer Demand

April 12, 2024
Across restaurants, grocers and nongrocery retailers, self-service is gaining ground, and merchants are making smarter choices about how they apply it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Quick Reads
Self-Serve Specialist Cantaloupe Acquired by Private Equity Holding for $884 Million

June 16, 2025
Self-serve commerce company Cantaloupe is set to go private in an $884 million deal. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Cantaloupe Adds ‘Smart Aisles’ to Self-Service Commerce Stable

May 05, 2025
Self-service commerce company Cantaloupe is debuting new products designed to promote frictionless retail. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Worldline Partners Selfly Store on Contactless Vending Offering

July 18, 2024
Worldline has formed a partnership with intelligent vending machine company Selfly Store. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

California Aims to Place Limits on Self-Checkout

June 02, 2024
Lawmakers in California want to put some checks on the use of self-checkout. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...