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Pipedream Raises $13 Million To Build Underground Delivery Networks
Pipedream is reimagining the way food is delivered curbside at quick-service restaurants.
Serve Robotics Hauls In $40M and Prepares to Put 2,000 Robots on Streets
Serve Robotics makes a splash on Wall Street and prepares to expand its fleet.
Outstanding Operator: Craveworthy Brands
The multi-concept platform is being recognized for building a portfolio of brands while leveraging data and technology to foster loyalty and expansion.
Two New Polls Underscore Importance of Kiosks and Loyalty Programs
There is consensus among diners and operators that kiosks and loyalty programs are effective, according to two recent industry polls.
Lunchbox Unveils Catering Platform
Lunchbox introduces Catering 2.0, a management suite for restaurants that aims to streamline the guest catering experience from end-to-end.
Meredith Sandland, Carl Orsbourn Publish Sequel to ‘Delivering the Digital Restaurant’
Meredith Sandland and Carl Orsbourn have released the highly anticipated sequel to their first book, titled “Delivering the Digital Restaurant: The Path to Digital Maturity.”
Grubhub CEO Adam DeWitt Steps Down After Long Tenure
After nearly two years in the top spot, Grubhub CEO Adam DeWitt is leaving the company.
Food Rocket Ceases Operations as Ultra-fast Grocery Delivery Fizzles
Rapid grocery delivery startup Food Rocket shut down its U.S. operations amid struggling to raise additional funding. It marks the latest in the ultra-fast delivery sector to sputter out.
Uber Enhances Features for Grocery Delivery Personnel
After assessing feedback Uber released several updates for its delivery shoppers, including digital payments.
Wow Bao Expands to Grocery Sushi Counters, Ramps Up NFT Loyalty
Wow Bao expands its nationwide grocery presence with Hissho Sushi and teases the upcoming NFT loyalty program launch.
Food Waste Tech Company Looks to Major Expansion with $1 Billion Deal
Divert Inc. a U.S. company that converts food waste from retailers into renewable natural gas plans to scale its facilities nationwide.
Tiny Drumsticks Making Space for ‘Homeless’ Culinary Entrepreneurs
Two New York City friends tapped into a pipeline of culinary makers, restaurants, caterers and TV networks needing flexible spaces.
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Finance
Snackpass Nabs $70 Million for Highly Social Digital Ordering
Super-social digital ordering platform Snackpass raises big money for growth.
Research
Apex Unveils Smart Takeout Lockers for Restaurants
In quick-service restaurants, where every second is scrutinized and monetized, taking out inefficiencies has been drilled down to the microscopic level. To reduce unnecessary human interaction and make it easier and faster for customers to pick up to-go orders, an...
The Deliverers
Grubhub Celebrates Member Appreciation Month with Exclusive Deals
The 5-week long promotion, dubbed Gold Days of Grubhub+, gives diners discounts and free items from various chains and stores.
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Chipotle Tests ‘Autocado” a Guacamole Prep Robot
Chipotle aims to slash employee time spent preparing their signature guacamole with new robotic prototype.