Victims of 23andMe data breach to get $47m payout, judge rules
23andMe compiles genetic profiles of people through DNA testing kits, but it was heavily criticised after a 2023 hack.
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"23andMe 'failed to take basic steps to protect users' data.'"
— Rob Bonta , Politician
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23andMe compiles genetic profiles of people through DNA testing kits, but it was heavily criticised after a 2023 hack.
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