McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and 4 More Chains Using AI to Feed You Faster

January 16, 2025 Francisco Velasquez, QUARTZ

AI-powered kiosks and voice-ordering systems allow brands to track customer preferences, suggest orders, and even adjust items in real-time. Some chains use these tools to meet growing demand from loyalty members, while others leverage AI to speed up drive-thrus and product production. 

Arcos Dorados and McDonald’s Renew Master Franchise Agreement for 20 Years

January 6, 2025 Arcos Dorados

The parties have finalized a new, 20-year MFA, that became effective on January 1, 2025, and replaced the previous MFA.

McDonald’s Canada and Uber Eats Join Forces to Deliver Enhanced Savings for Canadians 

December 11, 2024 Uber Canada Inc.

To celebrate, from December 9th to the 15th Uber Eats and McDonald’s are offering Canadian Uber One members a free Big Arch Burger on orders of $20 or more. Uber Eats will also roll out special promotions for Uber One members throughout the month of December.

McDonald’s is Investing $100 Million to Bring Customers Back After E. coli Outbreak

November 21, 2024 Associated Press

McDonald’s is investing $100 million to bring customers back to stores after an outbreak of E. coli food poisoning tied to onions on the fast-food giant’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers.

McDonald’s Sues Top Meat Packers for Allegedly Colluding to Inflate the Price of Beef

The fast food giant is suing the U.S. meat industry’s “Big Four” — Tyson, JBS, Cargill and National Beef Packing Company — and their subsidiaries, alleging a price fixing scheme for beef specifically.