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The latest phishing scam to watch out for: fraudulent QR codes on parking meters

The Verge

Scam Alert APD Financial Crimes detectives are investigating after fraudulent QR code stickers were discovered on City of Austin public parking meters. These two-dimensional barcodes are able to store snippets of data but are commonly used to direct people to URLs.

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5 Tips to Help Create a Winning Grocery Loyalty Program

CIO Business Intelligence

In the US, for example, more than 60% of grocery store loyalty program members say that the financial incentives (such as discounts and promotions) influence where they shop and how much they spend. Nevertheless, it’s worth the effort, given that loyalty programs are a powerful incentive for grocery shoppers.

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Creating QR codes: A modern approach to information sharing

Dataconomy

The utility of QR codes QR codes, short for Quick Response codes, are two-dimensional barcodes that can store a variety of information, including URLs, text, contact information, and more. This technology not only streamlines the payment process but also promotes a hygienic and touch-free method of financial transactions.

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The heartbeat of online retail: Exploring fulfilment centres

Dataconomy

From barcode scanners to conveyor belts, from automated sorting systems to AI-driven inventory management, technology streamlines operations, minimises errors, and accelerates the processing of orders. The role of technology in fulfilment In the modern fulfilment centre, technology is omnipresent.

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Destination Spokane: How remote work and new arrivals are changing one tech community

GeekWire

Megan Hulsey of Craft3, a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution. At the same time, connecting with people working remotely in Spokane can be hit and miss, said Megan Hulsey , a Spokane-based vice president and business lender with Craft3 , a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution.

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How Trainline’s CTO stays on track with professional development

CIO Business Intelligence

Nikolic says Trainline now has a robust and scalable platform capable of withstanding 10 times search traffic and transactions, while the company recently launched STicket barcode technology to reduce friction to buy and prevent fraud. The company has approximately 800 staff in total across the business.

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Using Your POS System to Boost Productivity

Galido

A Point of Sale System allows you to perform, among other things: Streamline your sales process at the moment of collecting the products in a quick and easy way with the help of a barcode reader. Make electronic CFDI invoices. Personalization of your tickets or invoices with specific information of your business.

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