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Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks
Malware

Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks

QR code phishing, or Quishing, is on the rise globally, with attacks up 51% as cybercriminals exploit trusted codes to steal data and spread malware.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia
Hyperscale

Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia

Babeltext is revolutionising voter engagement in Australia by providing multilingual communication, ensuring voters understand policies in their preferred languages.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Knowby wins innovation award at dairy conference 2025
Agricultural Technology

Knowby wins innovation award at dairy conference 2025

Knowby has been awarded the Australian Dairy Conference Innovator Award 2025 for its groundbreaking platform that enhances farm task communication.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Sydney startup Pyng aims to eliminate surcharge fees
Payment Technologies

Sydney startup Pyng aims to eliminate surcharge fees

A Sydney startup, Pyng, offers Australians a solution to save billions in annual tap-and-go surcharge fees by facilitating surcharge-free payments through its innovative app.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Sendle launches Print In-Store to aid small businesses
eCommerce

Sendle launches Print In-Store to aid small businesses

Sendle launches Print In-Store, making shipping easier for small businesses and personal shippers with label printing at nearly 100 locations across Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024

Global Stories

QR code stories

Phishing kits & AI drive surge in email attacks on firms
Malware

Phishing kits & AI drive surge in email attacks on firms

Email attacks on firms surge as AI-powered phishing kits, especially in manufacturing, challenge defences, warns VIPRE Security Group's Q2 2025 report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Photoshelter unveils new tool to streamline UGC collection
Customer Experience

Photoshelter unveils new tool to streamline UGC collection

PhotoShelter has launched its UGC Management tool, enabling brands and teams to easily collect and utilise user-generated content to enhance engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
IATA & Outpayce partner to enable global account payments
Crypto

IATA & Outpayce partner to enable global account payments

IATA and Outpayce have partnered to enable airlines to accept account-to-account payments globally, reducing processing costs and enhancing transaction security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Volkswagen partners with AirConsole for in-car gaming experience
QR code

Volkswagen partners with AirConsole for in-car gaming experience

Volkswagen partners with AirConsole to integrate an in-car gaming platform across multiple models, launching in Europe by mid-September 2024.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Rise in 'quishing' attacks exploits growth in QR code usage
Malware

Rise in 'quishing' attacks exploits growth in QR code usage

With the rise of QR code usage, a new form of phishing attack dubbed 'quishing' has surged, with cyber criminals exploiting the codes to steal personal data, warns Yubico's solutions architect, Josh Cigna.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

QR code stories

Square unveils portable Handheld for UK restaurants & cafes
Marketing Technologies

Square unveils portable Handheld for UK restaurants & cafes

Square has launched its portable Handheld device in the UK, offering restaurants a lightweight tool to streamline operations and improve service efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
UK SMEs face rise in cyber attacks with average cost GBP £7,960
Ransomware

UK SMEs face rise in cyber attacks with average cost GBP £7,960

Nearly 42% of UK SMEs face cyber attacks yearly, costing an average of GBP £7,960, amid widespread lack of staff cyber security training, says BT research.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Police utilise Tile devices in dementia safeguarding scheme
Data Privacy

Police utilise Tile devices in dementia safeguarding scheme

Avon and Somerset Police enhance their Dementia Safeguarding Scheme with Tile devices, improving the safety of individuals with dementia and aiding swift location efforts.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Tech firm Altia issues ticket fraud warning amid Oasis scams
Social Media

Tech firm Altia issues ticket fraud warning amid Oasis scams

Altia warns fans of ticket fraud risks, with GBP £6.7 million lost last year. Expert Megan Searle advises buying only from official channels and avoiding unknown sellers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Coca-Cola & Grab launch upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore
Digital Transformation

Coca-Cola & Grab launch upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore

Coca-Cola and Grab unveil an upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore, integrating QR code and image recognition tech to enhance convenience and digital payment options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
NETS unveils Android-based contactless payment solution in SG
Payment Technologies

NETS unveils Android-based contactless payment solution in SG

NETS launches NETS SoftPOS, turning Android devices into contactless payment terminals. Merchants can now accept card, QR, and mobile payments seamlessly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Snapchat & Selfridges unveil AR Locker Room for Sportopia
AR, VR & Metaverse

Snapchat & Selfridges unveil AR Locker Room for Sportopia

Snapchat and Selfridges unveil an AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street, blending tech and retail for an immersive sports experience this summer.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024