23andMe data breach under investigation by Canadian and UK privacy commissioners, involving 6.9 million customers.
Canada's Privacy Commissioner Philippe Dufresne and UK Information Commissioner John Edwards are jointly investigating a data breach at 23andMe, a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company, discovered in October 2023. The breach reportedly compromised data of around 6.9 million customers. The investigation aims to determine the extent of the breach, assess if 23andMe had adequate safeguards for handling sensitive customer data, and evaluate if proper notification was provided to regulators and affected individuals.
June 10, 2024
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