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India emerges as a global leader in identity security as MFA adoption nears 90% - ET CISO
Okta
January 31, 2026
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India Leads Global Identity Security with Nearly 90% Multi-Factor Authentication Adoption Okta's latest research highlights India's significant progress in identity security, with multi-factor authentication (MFA) adoption approaching 90%. This milestone demonstrates the country's rapid digital transformation and commitment to cybersecurity best practices. The high MFA adoption rate suggests Indian organizations are prioritizing advanced security measures to protect against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, positioning the country as a global leader in identity protection strategies.
Key Takeaways
- arrow_right_alt Nearly 90% of Indian organizations have implemented multi-factor authentication
- arrow_right_alt India is emerging as a global leader in identity security and digital protection
- arrow_right_alt The high MFA adoption rate reflects a mature approach to cybersecurity challenges