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Scammers Exploit QR Codes in UK

Updated 2026-08-23 10:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Reports of scams involving QR codes have grown, with one case where Les Howard's account was set up for a monthly subscription of £60 after he downloaded an app.

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QR codes being used to exploit people as reports of scam grow

Scammers set up a monthly subscription of £60 from Les Howard's account after he downloaded an app.

2026-08-23 06:23 UTC