Don't scan that QR code. Officials warn of new text scam in the Triangle

Scammers are very convincing and often have your name and address, but there are ways to tell if the correspondence is fake.

Ignore this text: Scam includes QR code to get you to pay with threat of court

A scam text message making the rounds is warning people in Wake County about fake traffic violations and an upcoming ...

Google's killing QR code sign-ins for Messages on the web

The Google Messages web app won’t allow users to pair using QR codes for much longer, according to a new warning. Users will ...

Scammers are targeting drivers with fake toll and ticket threats

Scammers try to trick drivers into thinking they face a court date and more trouble if they don't pay up for so-called ...
ConsumerAffairs

How to spot the new wave of QR code and shopping site scams

QR codes and fake shopping sites are becoming go-to tools for scammers, often redirecting consumers to convincing but ...
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 ...

Google Messages for Web is Losing QR Code Sign-in Option

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