You’ve heard of phishing, which is when scammers send emails or text messages in an attempt to steal personal information. Quishing is just that, but all it takes is a scan of a QR code.

The Federal Trade Commission is warning Americans about a new scam that starts right at your front door. According to a recent alert from the FTC, the scam begins with fraudsters sending a mysterious ...

Two-dimensional barcodes called Quick Response codes, or QR codes for short, are used to store data that devices can read. While QR codes are popularly scanned via smartphones, what if you want to ...

Quishing is proving effective, too, with millions of people unknowingly opening malicious websites. In fact, 73% of Americans admit to scanning QR codes without checking if the source is legitimate.

The FBI is warning about an emerging scam that uses QR codes on unwanted packages to trick users into submitting their personal information or downloading malware. The FBI is warning the public to ...

As announced in May, Google has given its default QR code scanner on Android an appreciable redesign. Upon launch (via the Quick Settings Tile or lockscreen shortcut), there’s a nice animation of the ...

Sharat Potharaju is cofounder and CEO of Uniqode, whose vision is to enable digital connection with every physical object and place. QR codes drive 37% click-through rates, while email campaigns ...

Gettysburg officials are warning visitors about a QR code parking scam, and are asking for help in identifying the culprit. In a news release, Gettysburg announced that the borough's parking ...

QR codes have become an essential tool for accessing digital content quickly and efficiently. They provide a seamless way to connect to websites, make payments, download apps, and much more. With your ...

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