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QR codes stir controversy regarding GMO food labels

11/30/201511/28/2015 Julie Campbell

Some feel quick response codes will make it easier for consumers to identify genetically modified organisms, but not all. Food made from genetically modified organisms (GMO) or that has been genetically engineered (GE) is a serious concern among Americans and QR codes have now made their way into this considerable controversy. Polls have been showing that over 90 percent of Americans would prefer to have these foods identified on their labels. That said even though the desire for food labels telling consumers whether or not they are purchasing GMO or…

A World Without (Paper) Money

03/12/201304/13/2014 Guest Post

When was the last time you paid for anything with a check? For that matter, when was the last time you paid for anything with cash? Today debit and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Even places that have been famous for only accepting physical currency (like Laundromats) now use a card based payment system. Even vending machines are starting to accept cards now. So what does that mean for physical currency? Is it really on its way out or does it just feel that way? Let’s start with what…