Applebee's upgrades chicken sandwiches with new techniques and flavors

Tech Check: Sales rumors, acquisitions and a nine-digit fundraise dominated the headlines, allowing some other developments to fly under the radar.

The delivery giant says the reservations and marketing company will allow it to help restaurants grow their in-store business, in addition to delivery and takeout.

The Bottom Line: The chains' partnership has been slow to progress and hasn't generated the sales both companies hoped for. Now it's on hold as Krispy Kreme works to improve its own struggling profitability.