QR codes are now vital. They bridge physical and digital realms. Individuals use them for Wi-Fi sharing and contact exchange.

A QR code on a flyer caught the attention of viewers recently, with many wondering if the code was real or fake. The flyer ...

Though QR codes, or quick response codes, are quick, convenient, and virtually everywhere – scammers are using the black and white squares with a different goal in mind.

They can range from a "victimless" crime to one that involves scanning a QR code to find out who the package is from. That could lead consumers to a site tricking them into entering personal ...