‘First-of-its-kind’ autonomous store to open in Las Vegas
VenHub Global and Circa Resort & Casino Inc. are teaming up to open an autonomous, 24-hour store in Las Vegas.
Measuring 66 feet x 10 feet x 10 feet, the installation will debut at Circa Resort later this spring, next to the hotel's sportsbook. Powered by VenHub’s autonomous smart store technology, the "first-of-its-kind" retail attraction is made up of three autonomous stores operating as one seamlessly integrated and continuously operating retail experience.
The installation will give customers the ability to autonomously browse and purchase food, snacks, alcohol and smokeless tobacco products at any hour, without wait times, checkout lines or staffing friction. It is engineered to be open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
All sales will be fully autonomous and powered by VenHub's proprietary robotics and AI platform. The installation will be white-labeled to reflect Circa Resort's signature brand.
“At Circa, we’re always looking for ways to stay on the forefront of what’s next and deliver experiences our guests can’t find anywhere else,” said Derek Stevens, founder & CEO, Circa Resort & Casino. “This is more than a retail concept, it is a one-of-a-kind attraction that brings together cutting-edge technology, convenience, and entertainment in a way that’s unique to Circa.”
Late last year, VenHub opened an autonomous store at Los Angeles Union Station, the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States and one of the nation’s most iconic transportation hubs. The store offers more than 400 everyday essentials, including snacks, drinks and travel essentials, for the more than 60,000 people who pass through the station daily.
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“From our first idea for what the future of smart retail should look like, we have designed and developed our ‘smart stores’ to offer a seamless, always on and convenient shopping experience for consumers while also providing operators with a solution that fits their distinct needs,” said Shahan Ohanessian, CEO of VenHub. “Circa Resort has always been forward thinking in product offerings across the property and we are very happy to partner with them to bring this customized, first-of-its kind Smart Store experience to the guests. Our technology enables the seamless integration of this 66-foot-long Smart Store to offer a truly unique retail experience.”
