This archive report was first published on 5 November 2019.
On November 5, 2019, a comedian found themselves in a precarious situation when hackers threatened to take over their Instagram account.
The comedian, whose name was not disclosed, received a message from the hackers warning them that they would soon lose control of their account.
It is unclear what motivated the hackers or what their intentions were, but the incident highlights the importance of online security and the need for individuals to be vigilant when it comes to protecting their personal information.