Tag: Redbox

Redbox’s privacy nightmare revealed

Lowpass
Janko Roettgers is keeping his foot on the gas with his Redbox coverage, now exposing the company's outdated privacy practices. Redbox kiosks have been found to store rental data and partial payment information without proper encryption, particularly when operating offline,…

Why Walmart Should Buy Redbox

Kirby Grines
Kirby Grines explores why Walmart should consider acquiring Redbox from Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, which is currently facing bankruptcy. Redbox's strong presence in middle America and its DVD rental kiosks would complement Walmart's retail network and enhance its…

Why Redbox has been powering down

The Verge
Redbox technicians faced a sudden work stoppage in June due to severe financial troubles. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, which acquired Redbox in 2022, filed for bankruptcy with nearly $1 billion in debt. Issues include unpaid payroll, lapsed health…