23andMe users are being urged to delete their data. Here’s how to do it

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The biotech company once valued at $6 billion had started voluntary bankruptcy proceedings and CEO Anne Wojcicki had resigned.

Previously, in 2023, 23andMe came under fire following a massive data breach affecting 7 million customers that led to a class action lawsuit and a $30 million settlement.

So the Federal Trade Commission, although it’s not specific to genetic data, has the ability to police unfair and deceptive business practices across all industries.

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Author / Journalist: Alexa Mikhail, Beth Greenfield

Category: EconomyBusiness

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Published On: 2025-03-24 @ 18:11:46 (1 weeks ago)

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