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More than 26 million Americans have been directed to malicious sites after scanning QR codes without verification, a practice engaged in by 73% of the
Ever wondered how a QR code works? No, me neither but it's low-key fascinating. (Warning, there is some extremely nerdy shit here.👇 )
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Here’s what happens when you scan one of those ubiquitous two-dimensional black-and-white patterns.
China’s mobile payment ecosystem, the largest in the world, is built upon QR codes. But that technology extends far beyond shopping to ease friction throughout daily life. On a recent trip to China, I personally interacted with QR codes 42 times in a single day—to ride the train, to book a workout, to charge my...