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Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s aims for AI-powered drive-thrus; Starbucks’ latest pay raise; Chipotle creates restaurant in gaming platform Roblox

Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s aims for AI-powered drive-thrus; Starbucks’ latest pay raise; Chipotle creates restaurant in gaming platform Roblox

Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
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More Hong Kong restaurants ‘optimistic’ about economy: Deliveroo survey

Nearly 54% of over 9,000 restaurants surveyed reported an increase in their dining-in revenues.
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1. Macca’s unveils new three-tier McSmart value range 2. KFC UK&I debuts new Tenders & Dips range 3. KFC unveils new era of boneless chicken, store design globally 4. Firehouse Subs adds chicken, spice to suit Australian tastes 5. Chaiiwala tests compact format to widen reach

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Operators deploy AI for sales and site selection
Operations Operators deploy AI for sales and site selection
QSR brands are also finding uses for AI in franchisee recruitment.
QSR founders warn scaling up can expose the cracks in a growing brand
Operations QSR founders warn scaling up can expose the cracks in a growing brand
UK fast food growth fuelled by openings as existing stores lose traffic
Research UK fast food growth fuelled by openings as existing stores lose traffic
Restaurants must make visits ‘worth it’ as consumers become more selective
Vendor and Suppliers Restaurants must make visits ‘worth it’ as consumers become more selective

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AI vision tools boost speed and accuracy in UAE QSRs

AI vision tools boost speed and accuracy in UAE QSRs

TokyoTaco founded by hospitality experts focused on disruption

TokyoTaco founded by hospitality experts focused on disruption

Optimising between channels not necessary for restaurants

Optimising between channels not necessary for restaurants

Eating out still cheaper than home-cooking– expert

Eating out still cheaper than home-cooking– expert

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Audit ready is no longer enough: What Singapore's SAFE framework means for QSR operators across Asia

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How QSRs are redesigning service for Sydney’s busiest nights