Quishing is proving effective, too, with millions of people unknowingly opening malicious websites. In fact, 73% of Americans admit to scanning QR codes without checking if the source is legitimate.

I was recently scrolling through Instagram when I saw a story posted by our food editor, Kae Lani Palmisano, of fake Labubus in South Jersey. “They’re called Lafufu, show some respect,” I texted her.

It’s a simple thing we encounter many times every single week – often while in a hurry. You pull up at a parking spot, scan a QR code and pay within seconds. Or you sit down at a cafe, scan a code to ...

To join the CNBC Technology Executive Council, go to cnbccouncils.com/tec Almost three-quarters of Americans (73%) scan QR codes without verification, and more than ...

Labubu charms are one of the trendiest, most popular accessories of 2025. Seeing a rise in 2024 and beyond, the Pop Mart plush toy, inspired by Kasing Lung’s “The Monsters” storybook, features ...

Labubus have taken the internet by storm with their wide monster smiles and endless bag decor capabilities. These plush figures are selling out quickly, prompting everyone from TikTok creators to ...

Sharat Potharaju is cofounder and CEO of Uniqode, whose vision is to enable digital connection with every physical object and place. QR codes drive 37% click-through rates, while email campaigns ...