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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Oyo impounds 60 motorcycles over QR code jackets violations

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority has seized 60 motorcycles for non-compliance with the state's QR code jacket policy as part of a new enforcement initiative.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Barcode Smaller than Bacteria: Innovation Stores 2 Terabytes on Paper

Scientists from the Vienna University of Technology have developed the smallest QR code ever, capable of storing 2 terabytes of data on a paper sheet.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

PayPay lists in the United States seeking high valuation

PayPay, a leading QR code payment service under SoftBank Group, has made its debut on the NASDAQ, drawing significant market interest despite ongoing geopolitical concerns.

Mar 13 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

PayPay Goes Public on the U.S. Nasdaq Market with a Market Capitalization of 1.9 Trillion Yen

PayPay, a leading QR code payment service, debuted on the U.S. Nasdaq market with a market capitalization of approximately 1.9 trillion yen.

Mar 12 โ€ข 21:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

SIMPLY GENIUS โŸฉ The video hidden behind a QR code found on a gravestone moved millions of people

A recent TikTok video featuring a QR code on a gravestone has gone viral, transcending traditional cemetery boundaries by connecting memories with modern technology.

Mar 10 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Math Paper QR Code Opens Pop Song, Now CBSE Has Given This Clarification

A QR code on the Class 12 math exam paper caused a social media uproar by leading to the famous song 'Never Gonna Give You Up' by Rick Astley, prompting concerns over exam security and a response from CBSE.

Mar 10 โ€ข 06:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

QR Code Scam: Be Careful Before Scanning QR Codes! Learn Simple Ways to Avoid Fraud

The article warns readers about the potential dangers of QR code scams and offers suggestions on how to protect oneself from financial loss caused by cybercrime.

Mar 6 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

People urged to learn important life skill by scanning QR code in new scheme

A new initiative by Royal Mail and the British Heart Foundation encourages the public to learn CPR by scanning a QR code on parcel lockers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa details a plan to tackle the problem of extortions in Ecuador

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa announced a comprehensive plan to combat extortion affecting small businesses, featuring QR code systems and enhanced vehicle monitoring.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

The world's smallest QR code is only 1.4 micrometers long โ€“ thereโ€™s more behind this record

Estonian researchers, in collaboration with a technology company, have created the world's smallest QR code, measuring just 1.4 micrometers in length, marking a significant advancement in data storage technology.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Check points in BH with QR Code to send photos and videos from your carnival; initiative will help in tree planting

During the carnival in Belo Horizonte, participants can send photos and videos via QR Codes to help the environment by contributing to tree planting.

Feb 16 โ€ข 22:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Lucknow: The hassle of standing in line for metro tickets is over, this facility has started

The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has launched a QR-based ticketing system to simplify ticketing for Lucknow Metro travelers.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VLT and intermunicipal buses start accepting payment via Pix and QR Code in Baixada Santista

The new electronic ticketing model is now operational on the Light Rail Vehicle (VLT) in Santos and Sรฃo Vicente, Brazil, allowing payment via Pix and QR Code for easier ticket purchases.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Fake bank cards sent by mail: beware of this new scam reported by the police

The French police have issued a warning about a new scam involving fake bank cards sent by mail that require activation via a QR code.

Feb 10 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

If your phone does this, stop immediately โ€“ 'A real danger sign'

QR code scanning in restaurants and public places may expose users to significant security risks such as phishing scams and malware.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New invoices in various offices almost like before. Explanations from the Ministry of Finance

The article discusses assurances from the Ministry of Finance regarding new invoices, their recognition in official procedures, the significance of QR codes, verification of their authenticity, and challenges faced by offices in implementing the KSeF system.

Jan 16 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The visualization of an invoice from KSeF is a legitimate official document. The Ministry of Finance explains

The article discusses the legitimacy of visualized invoices with QR codes in official procedures, clarifying the Ministry of Finance's stance on e-invoices and access to KSeF data by local government communication departments.

Jan 9 โ€ข 03:56 UTC

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