But QR codes can also leave you vulnerable. That’s because scammers, organized criminal gangs, and shady nation-states are ...

QR codes have become an everyday occurrence for a lot of things we encounter, but multiple federal agencies are urging caution in the wake of a new scam.

Adding a camera to a project used to be a chore, but modern camera modules make it simple. But what if you want to read QR codes? [James Bowman] noticed a $7 module that claims to read QR codes so he ...

Scammers are using QR codes to trick people into paying them. Methods include sticking scam codes over legit ones on parking kiosks for example, or sending anonymous packages with QR codes.

The FBI issued a public service announcement on July 31, 2025, warning consumers not to scan QR codes found inside unsolicited packages delivered to their homes. The alert describes a fraud scheme in ...

The FBI is warning the public to watch out for unexpected packages featuring QR codes. On Friday, the FBI published an alert about packages that arrive without any sender information but include QR ...

What if a simple scan of a QR code could compromise your most sensitive information? Imagine sitting at a café, scanning a code to access the menu, only to unknowingly hand over your login credentials ...

Software built into the cameras on iPhones and Android phones makes quick work of decoding QR codes. How do you do that on a laptop or desktop computer? I have a friend who calls me occasionally to ...

Creating your own QR code is easier than ever. This step-by-step guide shows beginners how to generate a custom QR code in minutes—no technical skills required.