QR code currency unveiled as Russia boosts anti-counterfeit measures for its cash

The Central Bank of Russia and the National Mint Goznak have unveiled QR code currency bills on both their 200 ruble and 2,000 ruble bills. The front of each of those banknotes now feature a quick response code that can be scanned using a smartphone and barcode reader app. The QR codes aren’t the only new additions to the designs on the Russian currency. The notes have undergone a completely new designs and will entirely replace the old bills over time. The older designs will be gradually worked back out of circulation.