Patent ID: 8229851
Filing Date: 2012-07-24
Classification: G06Q,G07D,G07F

Abstract:
1. A computer-implemented method for exchanging gift cards, the method comprising: positioning a first kiosk in a first publicly accessible area of a first commercial establishment; positioning a second kiosk in a second publicly accessible area of a second commercial establishment; receiving a first gift card from a first user at the first kiosk; crediting a first monetary amount associated with the first gift card to an account; dispensing at least one of cash and a redeemable voucher to the first user from the first kiosk in exchange for the first gift card; voiding the first gift card; receiving funds from a second user at the second kiosk; dispensing a second gift card to the second user from the second kiosk in exchange for the funds; and debiting a second monetary amount associated with the second gift card from the account.