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QR code statistics (2026)

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QR-code phishing ('quishing') attacks grew 146% year-over-year in Q1 2026

Source: ESET Threat Report, 2026 · link to this stat

Bitly acquired Egoditor, publisher of qr-code-generator.com, in March 2026, then rebranded it 'QRCG by Bitly' in April 2026, consolidating the largest QR SEO property and the largest link shortener under one owner

Source: Bitly / Egoditor announcements, 2026 · link to this stat

The US X9.150 standard for merchant payment QR codes was published in July 2026

Source: Accredited Standards Committee X9, 2026 · link to this stat

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