A smartphone displaying the Instagram login screen is held in front of a laptop showing a “Data Breach” warning, with the Indian flag blurred in the background, illustrating a major Instagram data breach affecting Indian users.

Key take away Instagram confirms a significant data breach affecting millions globally, including India. User data, including phone numbers and email IDs, reportedly exposed on January 10, 2026. Indian users are advised by cybersecurity experts to change passwords and enable 2FA immediately. The breach raises concerns about privacy and dataContinue Reading