Definition

QR-codes may be used to share sensitive information between users, for example the address of the wallet to whom to send bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies

Benefits

QR-code have become widespread because:

  • can contain more information than barcode: barcode (20 digits) and QR-code (7089 characters)
  • simplifies payments and gives a guarantee of its correct execution: saving time and eliminating human errors in the process

Shortcomings

  • hard to tell what a QR-code contains in advance

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