If you often visit cafes and restaurants, you’ve likely found yourself scanning a QR code to access the menu. They typically request your name, phone number and email address, and despite the constant ...

Update, July 22, 2025: This story, originally published on July 20, has been updated with an expert counterpoint to the idea that it’s the delivery mechanism being what’s important in the latest ...

A small sticker slapped over the legitimate code on a parking meter can be all it takes to redirect a driver’s phone straight ...

Fake QR code scam: QR codes are everywhere – from restaurant menus and parking meters to payment apps, vegetable shops, and event tickets. But cybersecurity agencies and researchers are warning that ...

As more communities are using mobile parking apps to pay for parking, scammers are being presented with more opportunities to rip you off.