Can you get scammed using QR codes? Here's all you need to know

QR code experts share five hacks to help keep you safe before you scan any codes

27 June 2024 - 09:25 By Staff Writer

While some might embrace the digital landscape and its advances that make life easier, there are still many of us who can get overwhelmed by the digitisation of everything. Whether it's restaurant menus or cashless markets on the weekend, some conveniences come with a caveat: digital scams...

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