QR codes are arguably one of the most ubiquitous technologies of the third decade of the 21st century, following the lead from China, where they’ve mostly replaced cash in everyday transactions. The ...

Microsoft has reported a 146% year-on-year spike in QR code-based phishing attacks, with 8.3 billion phishing emails detected in Q1 2026. Attackers are increasingly embedding QR codes directly in ...

Threat actors are abusing Microsoft Sway to host QR Code phishing campaigns. A new report from cybersecurity company Netskope reveals details about attack campaigns abusing Microsoft Sway and ...

The education sector is facing thousands of cyberattacks per week these days — especially universities, a good portion of which experience at least one incident per week. Education was the third most ...

Microsoft’s 3D emoji can be added to any screenshot soon. Microsoft’s 3D emoji can be added to any screenshot soon. is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who has been covering all things ...

QR scams are on the rise, according to a global cybersecurity company. Known as 'quishing', a QR code's landing website is ...

Some Windows 11 users noticed a rather odd-looking QR code on their lock screen leading to the Copilot website. After complaints, Microsoft pulled the ad, claiming it as a "way to educated users." ...

QR codes and screw markings are part of the Surface Pro 10. QR codes and screw markings are part of the Surface Pro 10. is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who has been covering all ...

Microsoft’s latest Email Threat Landscape report shows a 146% rise in QR code-based phishing in Q1 2026, as attackers adapt to bypass enterprise security tools. The tactic leverages mobile scanning to ...