Which technological invention, patented in 1994, is credited with enabling secure online payments and became essential to the growth of e-commerce platforms like Amazon and eBay?

In the realm of retail and e-commerce, certain technological inventions have revolutionized how we shop online. This poll tests your knowledge about a pivotal innovation that transformed online payment security and customer trust in e-commerce platforms. While many technologies contribute to the modern online shopping experience, this particular breakthrough addressed a critical concern that was holding back widespread adoption of digital commerce in its early days.

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Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption
One-click purchasing system
Digital shopping cart interface
QR code payment technology