Customers are accustomed to paying with cards nearly everywhere they shop, yet marijuana remains illegal under federal law. As a result, dispensaries continue to face restrictions on the payment methods they can offer.

In 2026, does your business still need an ATM? Yes! Discover why cash still matters and how ATMs support hybrid payments and business resilience.

After more than two decades in the payments industry, it’s easy to think tradeshows are all about technology — the newest ATMs, teller cash recyclers, or digital displays. But attending NAC2025 in Las Vegas reminded me what truly makes this industry special: the people.