This article discusses the dark side of QR codes: quishing, an emerging scam that exploits QR codes to steal data and drain bank accounts. Quishers lure victims with fake QR codes that redirect to ...
Fraudsters typically send QR codes claiming they are needed to “receive” money, process refunds, collect cashback, claim prizes or complete delivery payments. In reality, scanning the code initiates a ...
The story so far: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has recommended the inclusion of a QR (quick response) code on food products for accessibility by visually impaired ...
The Federal Trade Commission published a consumer alert in April 2026 warning Americans to delete text messages that claim a traffic violation, include a QR code, and pressure recipients to “pay the ...