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2020
KFC partners with 3D Bioprinting Solutions to develop artificial chicken nugget
KFC partnered with Moscow-based 3D Bioprinting Solutions to develop a laboratory-made artificial chicken nugget using bioprinting technology and a mixture of chicken cells and plant material.
2020
KFC announces partnership to develop cell-based chicken products
KFC announced a partnership with Russia’s 3D Bioprinting Solutions to develop artificial chicken products using bioprinting technology, chicken cells and plant ingredients. KFC said it would provide its chicken recipe and spices. The article says the chicken nuggets were expected to launch in Moscow in autumn 2020; it does not report that launch as completed.
2020
KFC closes Florida corporate-store dining rooms
KFC closed dining rooms at its corporate-owned Florida stores this week because COVID-19 cases were increasing in the state; the stores were to operate drive-through only.
2020
KFC announces Buckshaw Village home delivery service
KFC confirmed that its Buckshaw drive-thru would begin delivering food to homes in the area on June 25, 2020. The service was to use Uber Eats.
2020
KFC promotion in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
KFC launched a promotional island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons in collaboration with advertising firm Ogilvy. Visitors in the Philippines could explore the island and potentially redeem a code for free chicken.
2020
KFC announces a game console with a planned details reveal
The article describes a KFC game console and says its details would be announced on November 12, 2020; the supplied text does not establish that the console had been released.
2020
Yum China announces a limited Beyond Burger rollout
Yum China announced that KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell would offer Beyond Burger for a limited time at selected restaurants in China, beginning June 3, 2020.
2020
Yum China announces limited-time Beyond Burger rollout in parts of China
Yum China announced that Beyond Burger would be introduced for a limited time starting June 3 at KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell locations in parts of China. The announcement describes a planned launch, not a launch already completed.
2020
KFC announces reopening of over 500 locations
KFC announced that over 500 locations would reopen by the end of the week, offering contactless delivery. The Halifax Haley Hill branch was already open for delivery and drive-thru service with a limited menu.
2020
Yum China reports plans to open more stores in smaller Chinese cities
Yum China said it would maintain its expansion plans and open more Pizza Hut and KFC stores in smaller Chinese cities in the coming months. The article also reports that Yum China had previously stated a plan to open 850 stores in China during the year.
2020
Communication Interface Technologies files patent suits against multiple companies
Communication Interface Technologies filed multiple patent infringement suits in the Texas Eastern District Court against several companies, including Cinemark Holdings and Yum! Brands. The suits alleged unauthorized use of patented push-notification technology; the plaintiff sought infringement adjudication, damages, costs, fees, and other relief.
2020
KFC launches plant-based golden nuggets
KFC announced the launch of its plant-protein product, Plant-Based Golden Nuggets. The article says version 1.0 was undergoing public testing, with presale vouchers scheduled for April 20–22 and redemption at designated stores from April 28–30.
2020
KFC introduces $30 Fill Up meal
KFC introduced a $30 Fill Up meal that it says can feed up to four people.
2020
KFC Australia temporarily closes restaurant dining areas
KFC Australia temporarily closed restaurant dining areas to promote social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak, while continuing takeaway, drive-thru and delivery service.
2020
KFC pauses 'Finger Lickin' Good' campaign
KFC paused its “Finger Lickin’ Good” advertising campaign after receiving backlash and complaints about an ad showing people licking their fingers during the coronavirus pandemic.
2020
KFC and Crocs collaborate on licensed footwear
KFC and Crocs partnered on limited-edition fried-chicken-themed footwear called the Bucket Clog. KFC announced the collaboration and said the shoes would be coming in Spring 2020.
2020
KFC-themed Crocs footwear announced
KFC and Crocs unveiled KFC-themed footwear, including clogs and a platform-heel style. The shoes were expected to be available for purchase in the spring via Crocs' website.
2020
KFC and Crocs collaborate on fried-chicken-themed footwear
KFC and Crocs collaborated on co-branded clogs featuring KFC-inspired design elements; the footwear was planned to go on sale in spring.
2020
KFC launches upgraded Enterprise Delivery service
KFC launched its upgraded Enterprise Delivery service on February 12, offering business customers group ordering and employee-customized ordering, with contactless delivery also available.
2020
KFC selected for Valdosta Beautiful Business Award
KFC's Valdosta location was selected as Keep Lowndes/Valdosta Beautiful and Valdosta Junior Woman’s Club’s Beautiful Business for February, recognizing its beautification, litter prevention, and building maintenance efforts.