23andMe users warned to delete their data

AG Nessel Urges 23andMe Users to Consider Deleting Accounts Amid Bankruptcy

Following the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of genetic testing company 23andMe on Sunday, March 23, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging account holders to consider proactive steps to protect their sensitive personal data. “23andMe collects and stores some of the most sensitive personal information, our genetic code,” Nessel said. “With the company now in bankruptcy, customers should be aware of the potential risks and consider deletin…

FTC Chairman Raises Concerns Over Sale of 23andMe DNA Data

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said it was worried about the safety of the personal data of Americans who were previously customers of genetic testing company 23andMe. On March 23, 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, seeking authorization to “sell substantially all of its assets.” The company said it was committed to “continuing to safeguard customer data” and that “data privacy will be an important consideration in any poten…

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AG Nessel: Consider deleting 23andMe account

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging users of 23andMe to consider deleting their accounts. In a release Wednesday afternoon, Nessel urged users to consider the risks to their personal data following the bankruptcy of the genetic testing company. “23andMe collects and stores some of the most sensitive personal information, our genetic code,” Nessel said in a statement. “With the company now in bankruptcy, c…

Nevada AG urges 23andMe users to destroy shared genetic data

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Nevada's attorney general issued an alert Wednesday that Nevadans who have shared genetic information with 23andMe should delete their information. “I urge Nevadans to access their accounts on 23andMe’s website and consider deleting their shared genetic data in order to ensure their privacy,” said AG Aaron D. Ford. “23andMe has indicated they will continue to honor such actions, and users should make use of this option as soo…