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Columbus, OH

Expanding an AI-driven platform that upgrades vending machines into intelligent, data-powered retail points.

• AI-powered retail platform: Converts traditional vending machines into intelligent, data-rich sales channels.
• Software-first approach: Focus on SaaS licensing and data monetization for scalability.
• Market expansion: Targeting both enterprise clients and regulated retail sectors.
• Operational efficiency: Lean staffing model with outsourced expertise to reduce costs.
• Proven foundation: Years of R&D and validated demand through prior deployments.

PopCom is a software company focused on transforming automated retail through AI-powered technology that turns vending machines and kiosks into intelligent, secure, and data-rich sales channels. The company’s platform is designed to provide brands, distributors, and operators with tools to enhance product performance, gather real-time customer insights, and facilitate compliant transactions. By shifting from a hardware-heavy approach to a software-first model, PopCom aims to scale sustainably while meeting the growing demand for smarter, data-driven retail experiences.

The fundraising will support the company’s next phase of growth, emphasizing software development, operational capacity, and strategic market expansion. Plans include refining its SaaS platform for broader hardware compatibility, strengthening its lean operations, and expanding into new regulated retail markets. The focus is on increasing recurring revenue streams, building partnerships, and positioning for long-term growth within the evolving retail landscape. This approach leverages AI and analytics to improve customer engagement and provide brands with actionable data, ultimately creating a scalable, efficient model for modern automated retail.

Company Info

PopCom develops AI-powered software that transforms vending machines and kiosks into data-rich, compliant, and intelligent retail platforms.

PopCom is a software company specializing in transforming traditional vending machines and kiosks into intelligent, AI-powered retail platforms. Its machine-agnostic technology leverages computer vision and artificial intelligence to collect anonymous demographic data such as age, gender, and emotional cues, enabling brands to gain real-time customer insights, optimize product performance, and ensure compliance for regulated goods. This platform allows businesses to operate physical points of sale with lower costs than traditional retail while providing enhanced data capabilities that can inform sales strategies and improve customer engagement.

The company’s technology is designed to serve both regulated and non-regulated retail markets, offering a versatile and scalable solution for brands, distributors, and operators. Beyond data analytics, PopCom’s system supports secure, compliant transactions and can be integrated with various hardware through its software-first, hardware-agnostic approach. By focusing on recurring SaaS revenue and licensing opportunities, PopCom positions itself within the growing sectors of retail analytics, smart vending, and AI-powered commerce, aiming to modernize the offline retail experience with digital intelligence and operational efficiency.