Restaurants, pubs, bars, and similar: in places like these the risk is generally low, given that QR codes are usually used by the managers of these establishments to download the menu, price list, etc ...

The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account.

Scam postcards are being delivered through people’s doors by fraudsters, which feature a QR code which should not be scanned.

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QR code scams have increased in recent months. Scammers are now targeting people who use QR codes in restaurants to view menus and make payments. Many restaurants are now using QR menus. A QR code is ...

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Scanning a restaurant menu QR code feels quick and harmless, but in 2025, fake QR scams are silently stealing personal and financial details, warns a report by the New York Post. Here’s what can go ...

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