TOTO, the Japanese toilet maker, introduces a new service. It helps people find nearby public restrooms. Users can scan a QR code to see live congestion levels. The system also allows reporting of problems like broken flushes. This multi-lingual service aims to reduce long queues. The Japanese government is also working to ease congestion for women.



Japan Launches QR Code Service to Locate Nearest Washrooms | WION DNA

In Indian National Capital Delhi, 100 dogs recently received their own paw-some 'Aadhaar Cards'. The initiative was launched by an NGO and seeks to safeguard strays and protect them from dangers like relocation or getting lost.

100 stray dogs in Delhi receive paw-some doggy 'Aadhaar cards'. Here's all you need to know

Technology has made our lives better and easier. QR code is a great example. However, QR codes are now being misused by scammers. The latest scam is tricking devotees in India. Here's more.

Ram Mandir inauguration: New scam targets devotees in India | Tech It Out

Spain is developing an age verification technology in a bid to protect children from inappropriate online content. Users will have to verify their age after downloading an app or QR code or certificate to access websites.

The thickness of world`s biggest iceberg is..; Predictions from French astrologer

Spain develops technology to protect children from adult online content; users to verify age via app

Spain tech to protect children from adult online content; users to verify age via app, QR code

A woman in China received the shock of her life when she went to a restaurant to have a hearty meal but ended up receiving a $60,000 (430,000 yuan) bill for food that she had not even ordered.

China: Woman shocked by $60,000 bill at restaurant after posting her table QR code

Aadhaar cards with QR codes were recently attached to stray dogs near Mumbai's busy airport. These unique identification tags, developed by the brilliant initiative "pawfriend.in," provide important details like the dog's name, the contact information for the feeder, and even vaccination and sterilisation records.

Mumbai: 20 stray dogs now get their own QR code badges

The patch of irregular vertical lines that revolutionised checking out at the supermarket and facilitated the globalisation of retail is turning 50. But as the barcode celebrates its birthday on Monday, its days might be numbered as it faces competition from the younger QR code, the information-filled squares used in smartphones.

Barcode turns 50 but its days might be numbered

Technology experts warn QR codes are highly susceptible to cyber criminals. Cyber hackers can tamper with QR codes and redirect victims to malicious sites. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint | QR codes could land you in trouble?

The silk carpets from the Kashmir valley are famous across the world and to preserve that the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT) in Srinagar has started labelling the famed carpets.

Kashmir silk carpets get QR code based authentication

Officials in India’s Jammu and Kashmir have rolled out QR code based process for the certification and labelling of authentic handmade silk carpets of the region, which are well known across the world for their craftsmanship and quality.

India’s famed Kashmir silk carpets get QR code based authentication

When people enter Teeth, a bar in San Francisco’s Mission neighborhood, the bouncer gives them options. They can order food and drinks at the bar, he says, or they can order via a QR code.

QR codes are here to stay. So is the tracking they allow.

China's President Xi Jinping has called for a ''global mechanism'' to use quick response (QR) codes for travelling internationally. As per Jinping, "We need to further harmonise policies and standards and establish 'fast tracks' to facilitate the orderly flow of people.

Chinese President Xi Jinping pushes for QR code based global travel system

Trees at Lodhi Garden to have QR codes to help visitors get information

Aadhaar, India's extraordinary attempt to give every citizen a biometric identity, is set for a massive revamp with new offline verification tools and non-intrusive ways for people seeking to voluntarily use the 12-digit unique number for new bank accounts and mobile connections.

Aadhaar: Twists and turns in the biometric tale

WhatsApp's 2.18.79 Android version lets you link your bank account to your WhatsApp account after verifying the mobile number via an SMS

You can now use WhatsApp to make payments

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