Medical Xpress March 25, 2025
If you’re one of the 15 million people who shared your DNA with 23andMe, stop whatever you’re doing.
Experts say now is the time to delete your data.
The genetic testing company filed for bankruptcy on March 23 and is looking to sell its assets.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a “consumer alert” on March 21, according to a report from The Washington Post.
“I remind Californians to consider invoking their rights and directing 23andMe to delete their data and destroy any samples of genetic material held by the company,” Bonta said in the statement.
While the company says its data protections will stay the same during bankruptcy, privacy advocates warn otherwise.
Unless you take action, your personal information...
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