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QR codes released on Posh Pet ID collars

11/01/201310/29/2013 Julie Campbell

These new products for cats and dogs are not only high tech but are based on jewelry designs. Posh Pet ID, a cat and dog products company, has just unveiled its latest pet collar charm, which features QR codes that are worked into its unique jewelry designs. These new products are meant to allow animal owners to keep their pets looking stylish while being safe. Owners of dogs and cats alike now have a new and stylish option to keep their beloved pets safe without having to sacrifice their appearance.…

QR codes could play an important role in stopping fraud

05/24/201305/22/2013 Julie Campbell

These mobile friendly barcodes are ideal for helping to reduce the spread of counterfeit products. A counterfeit expert has explained that using unique QR codes on the packaging for alcoholic beverages is now helping to reduce the spread of counterfeit products and false claims. These barcodes allow consumers to be able to verify claims about products while still in store. KPMG’s Geert de Vries, from the risk services unit, has explained that using QR codes can provide far greater benefit than using special ink or holograms, which he calls “relatively…

Invisible QR codes developed by prof at University of South Dakota

02/21/201302/20/2013 L. Green

The barcodes have been created in order to be viewed only when shown under infrared light. University of South Dakota professor Stanley May, along with Jon Kellar, both from the School of Mines and Technology, have created QR codes that become visible only when they are displayed under an infrared light. The researchers from the university have created the barcode in order to help prevent counterfeiting. They are hoping that by adding these invisible QR codes to official documents, it might help to provide easier recognition of forgeries and counterfeits…

QR codes will be invisible with the help of a USD professor

10/09/2012 Julie Campbell

University of South Dakota researchers are on their way to developing the technology. Researchers from the University of South Dakota are now including a well known chemistry professor among the team that is assisting in the development of invisible QR codes. Though these barcodes are traditionally found in black and white, non-visible ones are now needed. Traditionally, QR codes are used on advertising and product packaging, in order to direct consumers to web pages and sites that provide special offers, discounts, and product information. Their ability to hold hundreds of…