That online menu you read by scanning a QR code might still be tracking you, and privacy experts are worried

Half of restaurants in the US are using scannable QR codes, allowing diners to pull up menus on their phones. See why privacy experts are concerned.

You can use a QR code to share your Wi-Fi password — here’s how

QR codes are everywhere these days, offering a simple way to access information through your device's camera. Now, with iOS ...
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Emerging QR code threat: If you use this mobile tool for shopping, beware of ‘quishing’

Editor’s note: WRAL TechWire contributing writer Jen McFarland has 20+ years working in IT with experiences across a range of tools and technologies. She wants to help small businesses and teams ...
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How scammers use QR codes to steal—and how you can protect yourself

QR code scan with stop symbol on it. With great convenience comes great responsibility. QR codes have opened up a whole new world of ease for consumers and businesses. But as with any new tech, ...
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Why You Should Avoid Scanning An Unknown QR Code

QR (Quick Response) codes are everywhere these days. You'll spot them on restaurant menus, business cards, product packages, and even concert tickets. A big reason they've caught on is convenience.
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A Computer Scientist Explains How QR Codes Work and What Makes Them Dangerous

Among the many changes brought about by the pandemic is the widespread use of QR codes, graphical representations of digital data that can be printed and later scanned by a smartphone or other device, ...