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Low on cash, AI supplier Presto faces 'substantial doubt' about its future

 By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 28, 2024

The company has long been dogged by questions about its finances and its drive-thru voicebots, which still rely on human agents to handle most orders.

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Del Taco ends use of drive-thru voicebots

 By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 28, 2024

The 600-unit taco chain began testing the technology from Presto in 2022 and said last year that it was exceeding expectations.

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Golden Corral deals with the aftermath of a data breach

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 27, 2024

Nearly 200,000 individuals may have had personal information swiped, according to the buffet chain. Meanwhile, at least 11 parties are recruiting potential victims for legal action against the brand.

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The restaurant of the future will be a platform, not a chain

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 22, 2024

Tech Check: Multibrand companies like Inspire and the new GoTo Foods are circling the wagons around technology. Here's why that's a smart idea.

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Pipedream wants to take restaurant pickup underground

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 21, 2024

The startup uses robots and tunnels to move food from kitchen to car. It believes it can one day connect entire cities.

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Actual vs. theoretical food cost variance: Why does it matter?

Sponsored content from our partner MarginEdge on Feb. 20, 2024

Discover how mastering food cost variance can significantly enhance your restaurant's profitability and operational efficiency, ensuring you stay ahead in the competitive culinary industry.

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Toast lays off 550 employees in restructuring

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 15, 2024

CEO Aman Narang said the company grew too quickly as it raced to meet demand. The cuts are intended to lower its operating costs.

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Crumbl Cookies launches an app for Apple's Vision Pro headset

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 12, 2024

Customers will be able to order cookies with their eyes thanks to Apple’s cutting-edge “spatial computing” technology.

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The owner of MrBeast Burger launches a TikTok concept

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 09, 2024

Creators’ Kitchen as Seen on TikTok will offer dishes that go viral on the app, like baked feta pasta. It is Virtual Dining Concepts’ second attempt at a TikTok-themed brand.

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Better Days envisions a better robot restaurant

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 07, 2024

The Mediterranean concept believes it holds the key to two of the industry’s holy grails: fully automated kitchens and healthy, affordable food.

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