The New York Times

That QR Code You’re About to Scan Could Be Risky, F.T.C. Warns

Scammers have used QR codes to steal personal information by imitating legitimate companies or sending deceptive emails and text messages, the Federal Trade Commission said. By Amanda Holpuch QR codes ...
WNCT

BBC warns about QR code parking scam

RALEIGH, N.C. — QR codes are everywhere: signs, ads, menus, and even scams. BBB Scam Tracker has seen an influx of reports about a scam that involves fraudulent QR codes at parking lots. This time, ...
WTSP

Yes, scammers are using fake QR codes to put malware on your phone, access your accounts

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — From restaurant menus to parking meters, and even on your screen while watching 10 Tampa Bay newscasts, QR codes are everywhere. The simple, square barcodes known as Quick ...

RCMP investigating after fraudulent QR codes found on 75 Kelowna parking meters

City of Kelowna officials say the QR codes were not authorized by either the municipality or its mobile payment provider, PayByPhone.
Washington City Paper

Will QR Code Ordering Outlast the Pandemic at D.C. Restaurants and Bars?

As diners return to restaurants in D.C., many are finding a new style of service that was rare prior to the pandemic. Instead of ordering off a paper menu while a server records their selections, they ...