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WORLD2026-05-0810:41:35 UTC

Instagram to End End-to-End Encryption for Chats Amid Safety Concerns

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

Instagram has announced that it will be ending its end-to-end encryption for chats, a decision driven by concerns related to child safety.

This shift raises important questions about how it will affect the privacy of users' direct messages moving forward.

While the company aims to enhance safety measures, the implications for user confidentiality remain uncertain.