Portugal-based unattended retail specialist Reckon.ai hails huge milestone as it bags EU patent

Autonomous retail specialist Reckon.ai has been granted a European patent that validates the uniqueness of its core technology powering AI driven smart cabinets.

In a LinkedIn post, Ana Pinto, CEO at Reckon.ai, said: "Being granted with a European patent is a huge milestone for our team and is a powerful validation of what we've always believed in and worked for: the uniqueness of the core technology behind our AI powered smart cabinets."

She added: "We’ve been pioneers in this space - one of the first to create and deliver truly intelligent, autonomous retail units - and this patent reinforces our role as innovators shaping the future of unattended retail.”

“This recognition adds a new layer of strength and trust for our partners, investors, customers, and fuels our ambition for what’s coming next. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey, from the very beginning to where we are now. We've told you - we're just getting started."

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Autonomous retail will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards, which are now open for entries, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering. 

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