The humble QR (or Quick Response) code has become ubiquitous. Invented back in the 1990s to scan car parts, the barcodes got a popularity boost during the pandemic when touchless tech became ...

In an age where everything is becoming digital—from payments and restaurant menus to event tickets and product information—QR codes have taken center stage as a fast, contactless, and reliable way to ...

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QR codes, once a convenient tool for accessing information, are now being exploited by criminals to scam unsuspecting users.

According to Uniqode's State of QR Codes 2025 report, 59% of consumers scan QR codes daily. And they're not just scanning to check out a menu. Businesses are embedding QR codes deep into their ...