With 23andMe Struck by Layoffs, Can You Delete Genetic Data? Here's What We Know
In the wake of a big data breach and a sizable new round of layoffs, 23andMe's handling of sensitive personal data is in the spotlight.
Federal law could prevent your 23andMe data deletion, but you should still try
Some state laws require genetic data to be stored for a period of years, but it's worth requesting 23AndMe deletion now — here's how
What 23andMe business troubles could mean for users' genetic data
Companies, 23andMe included, also have a responsibility to notify consumers of changes and get "consumers' affirmative express consent for any new uses of their data," according to the Federal Trade Commission, the government agency that conducts oversight of direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies.
23andMe is on the verge of bankruptcy. It may be too late to delete your genetic data
In what now seems like an act of reckless naivety, I bought my brother a 23andMe at-home DNA-test birthday present. Now the struggling company may sell its treasure trove of genetic data.
23andMe customer? What to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
What 23andMe business troubles could mean for millions of users' genetic data
On Tuesday, 23andMe released its latest earnings report, showing revenue dipped 12% in the last quarter and share prices fell. The company has faced additional struggles over the past several months,
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What happens to customer data as 23andMe goes out of business?
Millions of people have sent their DNA to be analyzed by 23andMe in order to learn their genealogy and risk for certain ...
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23andMe faces an uncertain future — so does your genetic data
Meredith Whittaker, the president of end-to-end encrypted messaging app Signal, said in a post on X: “It’s not just you. If anyone in your family gave their DNA to [23andMe], for all of your ...
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23andMe reports sales decline a day after announcing plans to cut 40% of workforce
23andMe on Tuesday reported that second-quarter revenue fell to $44.1 million from $50 million a year earlier. The ...
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Ancestry vs. 23andMe: How to Pick the Best DNA Testing Kit for You
Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...
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Pharmalittle: We’re reading about 23andMe retrenching, AstraZeneca reworking cancer drug plans, and more
In closing its therapeutics division and laying off 200 people, 23andMe ended an audacious bet it made nearly a decade ago — ...
23andMe to cut 40% of workforce, end therapeutics program
Genetic-testing lab 23andMe plans to cut its workforce by 40% and end its therapeutics program in an effort to cut costs, the ...
23andMe Lays Off 40% of Staff, Shuts Drug Development Business
The genetics company is closing a unit that was once seen as core to its future.
Daily Digest: 23andMe pulls plug on drug development; More local job cuts
Here's what's blowing in the wind in Bay Area business to get your Tuesday morning started: Marqeta, 23andMe, Enphase Energy, ...