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California settles 23andMe data breach claims for $6 million
Original: California settles 23andMe data breach and genetic data sale claims for $6 million
California has reached a $6 million settlement with genetics company 23andMe over claims stemming from a data breach and the alleged sale of customers' genetic data. The agreement resolves accusations that the company failed to adequately protect sensitive personal and genetic information of users. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of how consumer DNA testing firms safeguard and monetise customer data.
Why now: The settlement raises fresh concerns about the privacy of genetic data held by consumer DNA testing companies.
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- California settles 23andMe data breach and genetic data sale claims for $6 million · https://www.lawnews.co.uk/
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