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New technology integrates QR codes in the future

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May 23, 2025 - 5:48 PM
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QR Code has surpassed the link scanning function, becoming a powerful connection tool with new technologies such as Blockchain, AI and AR. From quick payment capabilities to security and smart interaction, this iCheckQR article will help you better understand the development and application potential of QR codes in the near future.

1. Why are QR codes becoming central to new technology integration?

  • Easy to scan, no complex equipment required: Just with a smartphone with basic features, internet connection - turn on the phone camera - scan the QR code to receive information within 1 second

  • Flexible multi-data: Data formats from text, links, policy information, NFTs to event tickets can all be converted into QR codes easily.

  • Perfect combination of IoT, AR, AI: Fast data transmission capability, with security when integrating Blockchain

2. Top 7 new technologies that are integrating with QR codes

2.1. Blockchain + QR Code

Content: Blockchain records transparent data and ensure that the data after scanning is real, cannot be changed after generating the code, anti-counterfeiting. QR leads to Blockchain Explorer allowing to check the origin of the product.

Application: Traceability of clean food, vegetables, fruits, pharmaceutical products, high-end fashion

Benefit : Increase user confidence in the brand, reduce the situation of counterfeit branded products on the market, verifying product origin

Image illustrating the steps when users scan Blockchain + QR
2.2. AI (Artificial Intelligence) + QR Code

Content : AI reads data from users,behavioral analysisInternet users and QR code scanning behavior optimize marketing. AI optimizes QR code content based on data information, analyzes online usage behavior Increase the rate of targeted advertising 

Application: Interactive Chatbot, QR Code in advertising banner changes automatically

Benefit : Increase good shopping experience, support shortening the shopping journey to help increase higher conversion rates

Illustration of scanning QR + AI Chat automatically

2.3. Augmented Reality (AR) + QR Code

Content:  Code QR scanning opens an augmented reality (AR) experience. QR activates AR Portal, virtual space exhibitionor try on virtual items in store

Application: Real estate, events, e-commerce, online fashion

Benefit : Create a unique shopping experience, speed up the shopping journey, and drive purchasing behavior.


Illustration of QR + AR house viewing in virtual space
2.4. IoT (Internet of Things) + QR Code

Content:  QR code on equipment, industrial QR attachments for maintenance, product manuals, firmware updates. QR contains the device dashboard URL, or user manual

Application: Smarthome management, remote industrial factory control 4.

Benefit : Easy to manage equipment, improve operational efficiency and automate the process

2.5. 5G + QR Code

Content: 5G mobile network high speed, low latency Ability to connect large number of devices with QR code information storage web links, payment data, product information. 5G enables QR scanning super fast speed, support more complex VR/AR applications. Create QR codes containing URLs, product IDs, payment information - Place QR codes on products, posters... - Scan codes with 5G-connected devices

Application: Sports events, concerts AR

Benefit: Super fast data access, support for experiences like AR, HD video, smooth interface enhances user experience


Illustration of QR + 5G using payment
2.6. Smart Contracts + QR Code

Content:It is a combination of QR codes and smart contracts to create an identification system –activate – verify – transact – store – retrieve data via blockchain, just scan the QR code.

How to integrate:

  • Create smart contract on blockchain platform

  • Generate a QR code containing information linking to the contract such as: Contract address, transaction ID, encrypted product information

  • E-wallet API integration(Metamask, Trust Wallet,...) for users to interact with smart contracts after scanning the code.

Application: Decentralized Finance (DeFi), digital insurance.

Benefit: Increased transparency, process automation, high security

Illustration of Smart Contracts + QR Code

2.7. Voice-Activated QR

Content :Combine Voice Recognition + QR Code. Activate or display QR code via voice, or use voice to control actions after scanning QR code

There are 2 common forms:

  • Voice to create or display QR code (eg: say “show Wifi code” => QR appears on screen).

  • Voice control action after scanning QR code(e.g. after scanning a product QR code, the user says “add to cart”).

How to integrate: 

Set up software or integrated devices microphone + AI voice recognition (Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri, hoặc module Speech-to-Text).

=> When received correctly activation command, the device will display a QR code associated with the specific content.

Application: Hospital, smart home, car.

Benefit: Increase interactivity, flexible application, support for people with disabilities


Illustration Voice - Activated QR
3. Development trends of QR Code integrating new technology in the future

It is predicted that the future development trend of QR Code will continue with new forms such as:

  • QR 3D embedded in object: Laser engraving on products

  • Dynamic QR: Real-time content changes with AI

  • Bio QR:Printed on fabric, leather, trees - suitable for sustainable development trends

4. Xu hướng phát triển của QR Code tích hợp công nghệ mới trong tương lai

Below are the pioneering fields integrating QR Code with new technology

Industry

Typical applications

Retail

Experience AR + QR, QR + Blockchain payment

Logistics

Product traceability management using QR + AI, QR + AR

Medical 

Access medical record information using QR + Blockchain or QR embedded IoT, QR + AI


Education 

Customized QR + AI learning materials for students

Entertainment 

Vé NFT , Concert AR/VR

Industry 4.0

Maintain IoT devices with QR

5. Notes and challenges when integrating new technology into QR codes

Challenge 

Reason 

Solution 

Security risks

Many fake QR codes are scams

Combining blockchain with QR to authenticate provenance

User Recognition

Users are not familiar with 3D QR, QR AR

UX design easy to understand design, enhance easy to understand communication

Device compatibility

Some older devices do not support AR/5G

Develop fallback version for old devices

6. FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Does Blockchain QR Have Mass Applications?

Have.Currently, many industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and high-end fashion have begun to deploy it on a large scale.

What equipment is needed to enable AR QR?

Just need a smartphone with camera and support AR Code (Android) or ARKit (iOS)

Is it possible to integrate QR + AI into the website yourself?

Absolutely possible by connecting QR codes with AI APIs (e.g. chatbots, on-page customer behavior analysis)

Last update: November 14, 2025 - 1:56 PM

iCheckQR Team

iCheckQR Team

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