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Steven Song is the founder and CEO of Diald , an AI-powered decision intelligence platform for commercial real estate. Before founding Diald, Steven worked on both the investing an

Digital Remedy and Arrivalist partner to measure travel ad effectiveness with GPS-verified visitation and spending data

Chipotle partners with Gen Alpha star Salish Matter on new menu item.

Angry Chickz launches loyalty program and app with free slider offer

During the first six months of 2026, Expedia Cruises awarded nine franchise agreements, including expansion agreements from existing franchise owners and new entrepreneurs joining the system.

Panera introduces points system to its loyalty program for 70 million members

Artificial intelligence has become one of the restaurant industry's biggest topics, but many chefs and operators are still asking the same question: What does it actually do inside a kitchen?

- Fast Casual - Marketing & Branding - Loyalty - News Panera Bread rolls out new-and-improved loyalty program The fast-casual chain is shifting to a points-based program with tiers

Fitness and wellness operators are leveraging AI platforms to optimize class schedules and monetize unused inventory, addressing an industry average capacity of just 37%.

Oakley Capital has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Graphwise, a technology provider focused on improving large language model reasoning for regulated sectors.

A new report from PAR Technology reveals that nearly 75% of diners are now open to AI integration in restaurants, a significant increase from the previous year.

Angry Chickz is giving fans a new way to feed their hangry. The Nashville hot chicken brand known for its bold flavors, customizable heat, and craveable menu, has officially launched the Angry Chickz App and Angry Chickz

Automated locker systems and the ApexIQ platform are helping restaurant chains reduce labor strain and streamline the off-premises pickup experience for guests and drivers.

The boutique fitness brand has appointed franchisee Corbin Jennings as president and is deploying AI tools as it nears a 50-studio milestone.

CEO Suzie Tsai details how the Korean fried chicken chain is leveraging AI for supply chain forecasting, localized marketing, and kiosk operations to boost profitability.

Franchise development SaaS platform FranchiseNow has appointed Marni Smith, formerly of Great Clips and Propelled Brands, to lead its success and growth initiatives.

Valenta franchise uses AI automation and analytics to solve business problems.

Level Up Automation integrates technology systems for homes and businesses.

Palona AI raised $20 million in Series A funding to expand its multimodal operating layer across multi-unit restaurant brands including Mountain Mike’s Pizza and Giordano’s.

For an emerging franchise brand, technology may not be at the top of the priority list.

Restaurant executives are being urged to prioritize business strategy over platform evaluation as AI shifts from a future capability to a core competitive tool.

Private equity interest in engineering services firms grows as Cube Infrastructure prepares to exit data center operator Firstcolo to CVC DIF.

Resurgens Technology Partners invests in Qarma, an AI platform used by global brands and retailers to manage quality and compliance across their supply chains.