Michael Ault, UK country manager at myPOS, explores how payment technologies are reshaping the industry and why embracing these tools is now essential for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Caffè Nero UK CEO Will Stratton-Morris has stepped down from his role and from the UK board, the company has confirmed in its latest trading update.

Wellness Holding, the investment company of the Alessandri family – founders of fitness equipment brand Technogym – has invested in Italian premium mineral water producer Acqua Filette.

KFC UK & Ireland has announced a £1.49 billion investment plan over the next five years, aimed at expanding its presence and creating more than 7,000 new jobs across the UK and Ireland.

Brita Professional has launched the iQ Meter, a new digital tool designed to help coffee, vending and hospitality operators monitor and manage water filters in real time.

Apex Order Pickup Solutions has launched its new modular and scalable OrderHQ Array Series, designed to streamline off-premises order handoff in any restaurant layout.

InstaChef Pro has launched Singapore’s first full-stack AI food solution, the K Series, at the FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 event, held in April.

Cuzen Matcha has launched the Cuzen Matcha Maker Pro, a commercial-grade machine designed to handle matcha preparation in busy cafés, restaurants, hotels and workplaces.

365 Retail Markets offers two solutions tailored to meet the needs of foodservice operators: the 365 Catering Software and the 365 Kitchen Management System.

Indonesia-based coffee chain Flash Coffee has secured an additional $3 million in funding to support its national expansion.

Israeli AI-powered voice tech start-up Hi Auto has raised $15 million in Series A funding round to accelerate the rollout of its automated drive-thru ordering system for quick-service restaurants (QSRs).

Callum Quirk from Vita Mojo explores how technology can help hospitality businesses navigate these financial pressures.