VenHub opens smart store in Hollywood

  • July 21, 2025
  • Steve Rogerson

California-based VenHub has opened its latest round-the-clock smart store on North Highland Avenue in Hollywood.

Installed just steps from the Hollywood Bowl and the Walk of Fame, this high-traffic location brings secure, contactless and instant retail access to one of the most iconic neighbourhoods in Los Angeles.

The store was fully delivered, assembled and activated in a few days.

“Hollywood never slows down, and neither do the people it serves,” said Shahan Ohanessian, CEO of VenHub. “We built this store to serve them. Whether you’re heading to a show, finishing a shift or running late-night errands, VenHub is open 24/7, contactless and always ready. It’s retail that fits the pace of real life. We are seeing demand from cities, municipalities, transportation hubs, event and sports venues, operators, location owners, and global organisations and brands.”

He said everyone was looking for retail technology that was reliable, efficient and designed for today.

“Our production capacity is expanding quickly,” he said. “Several new states are already in development, and we will be announcing more as we scale across California and other states. To our stakeholders, thank you. We hear you, we listen, and we are working with focus and urgency to meet your needs. We know the retail landscape has shifted, and the expectations are higher than ever.”

The Hollywood smart store is fully autonomous and operates without on-site staff. Every interaction is powered by AI, robotics and mobile-first design. Transactions are completed with speed, precision and full contactless convenience. From snacks and travel essentials to late-night necessities, the store is ready every hour of the day.

VenHub’s stores are designed to adapt to high-traffic environments and provide a seamless experience that respects time, privacy and simplicity.

The Hollywood opening follows deployments in North Hollywood, Glendale and the Metro Transit Center at LA’s airport.

VenHub (www.VenHub.com) delivers scalable, autonomous smart store technology in major metro regions and local neighbourhoods, from fixed units to mobile deployments.