For the uninitiated, Coinbase — a cryptocurrency exchange — ran a 60 second spot that featured a QR code bouncing around in a way reminiscent of old DVD screensavers. It was a roaring success.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Chances are, you've never thought about what's between your food and the QR code many restaurants force customers to use for access to their menu. So, should you be concerned about ...

You’ve probably been there. You walk up to a parking meter and just want to pay for it and move on with your day. But unlike the old-school method of just dropping some quarters into the machine, ...

You could probably tell the difference between a real text message and one sent by a scammer. The phishing text likely has a sense of urgency, asks for payment as a gift card and might make you ...

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.

Scammers can use fake QR codes to steal your money and identity. But what can you do when you need a menu? Jason Steele Expert Reviewer and Contributor As a freelance personal finance writer since ...

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Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Countries like China have been obsessed with QR codes for a while ...

What is a QR code? A QR code (short for Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that can be read by your smartphone camera. QR codes provide quick access to product information, promotions ...

Fueled by a desire for touchless transactions, QR codes popped up everywhere in the pandemic. Businesses don’t want to give them up. By Erin Woo SAN FRANCISCO — When people enter Teeth, a bar in San ...