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Most Americans say they scan QR codes without checking their source — but the FTC warns that could be a costly mistake, thanks to this growing scam

According to NordVPN, 73% of Americans report scanning QR codes without verifying their source, with 26 million having ...
Lifehacker

You Should Know How to Scan a QR Code From a Screenshot

QR codes are used for everything from opening a restaurant menu to making payments: just point your camera at the QR code, and your phone will automatically open the relevant page. But what happens ...
DPA International on MSN

Beware: Check QR codes before you scan them to avoid 'quishing' scams

Watch out for quishing, or phishing through dodgy QR codes, the latest scam catching people unawares - costing some thousands ...

Why You Should Never Scan A QR Code To Pay For Parking

The latest QR-enabled heist involves parking payments, and it has been spotted in major cities from Los Angeles to Denver.
CBS News

Think twice before scanning a QR code — it could lead to identity theft, FTC warns

Scanning a QR code can expose you to identity theft, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Quick-response, or QR codes, which store links and other information and are readable by a smartphone ...
Forbes

Think Twice Before You Scan That QR Code

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tony Bradley covers the intersection of tech and entertainment. It seems like QR codes are everywhere now. Thanks to the COVID ...