23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, raising significant concerns about the future of genetic data belonging to its 15 million users. Legal experts recommend consumers delete their information to prevent misuse. The situation underscores the urgent need for federal laws to protect genetic privacy, as existing regulations differ by state. While 23andMe's privacy policy allows for data sale during bankruptcy, it also provides users the option to delete their accounts, although certain data may still be retained. This scenario draws attention to the larger issues of genetic data protection and user rights.
The case highlights the need for federal laws to ensure people's genetic privacy, as current protections vary greatly depending where you live.
23andMe's policy permits the sale of data in bankruptcy but allows customers to delete their information, with some data possibly retained for legal obligations.
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