McDonald’s AI Drive-Thru Bet Gets Serious
McDonald's is upgrading its drive-thru with AI ordering technology, a move that signals where fast-food operations are heading next.
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DyeConverter Gets Nod From HALO Science
Halo Science, the open innovation platform connecting academic researchers and industry, published its 2026 analysis of CPG reformulation infrastructure this week. The piece, titled “Who’s Solving CPG’s Reformulation Backlog in 2026,” profiles six specialized startups working on different bottlenecks inside…
Whole Foods Turns Its Stores Into Dinner Tables
The Whole Foods Supper Club series brings food trend dinners to three cities, blurring the line between retailer and tastemaker.
The Women Running Food’s Next Chapter
Food Industry Executive names its 2026 list of influential women in food and beverage, led by consequential moves at PepsiCo and beyond.
IFF Sells Its Food Ingredients Unit for $4.3B
The IFF food ingredients sale to CVC Capital Partners signals a major strategic pivot for one of the industry's largest ingredient suppliers.
Starbucks Kills Its AI Inventory System After 9 Months
The Starbucks AI inventory system lasted less than a year. Employees called it unreliable, and the company is reverting to traditional stock-keeping.
What’s Really Behind Filet-O-Fish’s Golden Hue?
The Filet-O-Fish golden color ingredients include more than fish and breadcrumbs. Here's what operators and suppliers should know.
FDA’s Makary Is Out. What Comes Next for Food?
FDA commissioner Makary resigns after a turbulent run, leaving food oversight in acting hands as industry watches for regulatory signals.