State Farm Arena Opens New Hawks Express Cashierless Checkout Store powered by AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence and Verizon 5G Edge

BURLINGAME, CA - February 25, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. ET – AiFi, a leading spatial intelligence platform empowering businesses to deploy autonomous solutions, today announced a collaboration with Verizon and the Atlanta Hawks to power the newly added Hawks Express Cashierless Checkout store at State Farm Arena.

Located on the 100 West main concourse, and operational beginning today, the Hawks Express store uses AiFi’s computer-led autonomous retail solution powered by their spatial intelligence. The store is powered by Verizon’s 5G Edge technology, making it simple, fast, and convenient for fans to purchase food and beverages in the arena without waiting in line – so they can spend more time in front of the action.

Customers simply enter the store, select their items, and exit – with purchases automatically processed through their mobile payment method.

“Our collaboration with Verizon and the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena showcases how autonomous retail and seamless entry solutions can transform stadium environments. By leveraging cutting-edge technology with spatial intelligence, we are enabling faster, frictionless transactions that redefine convenience for fans while optimizing venue operations,” said Steve Carlin, CEO of AiFi.

As part of a larger technology initiative, State Farm Arena has also installed Delta Fly-Through Lanes powered by Verizon at Gates 1, 2, 3, and 7 and deployed Verizon Sensor Insights in the arena’s technical hub. Verizon Sensor insights provide near real-time data-driven intelligence to ensure all technical equipment is operating at peak efficiency.

"State Farm Arena is always exploring new digital solutions to enhance the experience for both our fans and staff," said Kim Rometo, Chief Technology & Innovations Officer for the Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena. “We are excited to see how the integration of Verizon 5G Edge and AiFi’s technology at the Hawks Express store will make an impact on checkout efficiency and customer satisfaction.”

AiFi operates in over 280 autonomous store locations worldwide, serving frictionless checkout in over 20 sports stadiums globally including the Intuit Dome, Nissan Stadium, American Express Stadium, and more. They opened over 74 stadium stores by the end of 2024, a 236% in total stores since 2023. To date, the spatial intelligence company has reached more than 9 million customers and processed 7.1 million orders with more than 33 million products sold.