# 24-Hour AI-Powered Stores REWE To Go and Lekkerland SE Open Germany's First Autonomous Store By Kanesa D | Published 2024-12-19 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewe-to-go-1 References: [retailtechinnovationhub](https://retailtechinnovationhub.com/home/2024/12/18/fast-fresh-food-lekkerland-se-and-reckonai-team-on-rewe-to-go-autonomous-store-in-german-train-station) & [togo.rewe.de](https://togo.rewe.de/)  [REWE To Go](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-supermarket) is working with Lekkerland SE to create Germany's first [autonomous store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-supermarket), which is open every day. The innovative establishment takes the shopper's card credentials when they enter the store, allowing them to browse for and checkout items without the help of a cashier. The company also uses [smart vending machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redyref-smart-food-fridge) and age-verification technology to ensure underage shoppers are not provided access to products like alcohol or tobacco. "Train stations are at the heart of a fast moving urban life, where speed, convenience, and efficiency are non-negotiable. With this launch, we and Lekkerland SE continue to lead the way in innovation, creating solutions that not only meet but anticipate the needs of tomorrow’s consumers with a reliable and seamless technology," said Ana Pinto, CEO at Reckon.ai. Image Credit: REWE To Go ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 32% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automated Retail Checkout:** The shift towards cashierless stores paves the way for an entirely automated retail experience, revolutionizing consumer convenience. - **Smart Vending Machines:** Smart vending machines integrate cutting-edge technology to offer on-the-go shoppers quick access to essential items. - **AI Age-verification Technology:** AI-powered age-verification systems enhance security and compliance in retail settings, particularly for age-restricted products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail Technology:** Retail technology evolves with advanced AI solutions, optimizing shopping experiences through innovative automation. - **Urban Mobility Retail:** Urban mobility retail focuses on meeting the demands of city-dwellers with rapidly accessible and efficient shopping solutions. - **AI Compliance and Security:** The development of AI in compliance and security ensures safe and lawful transactions, especially in autonomous environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Employee-Free Smart Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teo-smart-stores.md) - [AI-Based Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-convenience-store.md) - [Autonomous Checkout Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-checkout.md) - [Automated Retail Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muffato.md) - [AI-Powered Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-grocery-store.md) - [AI-Powered Snack Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-eats-store.md) - [Unstaffed Grab-and-Go Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xstore-7.md) - [Unstaffed Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wundermart.md) - [Checkout-Free Convenience Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7eleven-australia.md)