California AG Urges 23andMe Customers to Protect Genetic Data Amid Financial Crisis

Attorney General Rob Bonta advises Californians to delete their genetic data and revoke research consent as 23andMe faces doubts about its ability to continue operating.

• California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert warning about 23andMe's financial instability and urging customers to safeguard their genetic data.
• The company has publicly disclosed in securities filings that there is substantial doubt about its ability to remain operational.
• Customers are encouraged to delete their genetic data and revoke research consent through their account settings, as outlined by California's privacy laws.
• 23andMe has faced significant challenges, including a high-profile data breach, layoffs affecting 40% of its workforce, and the closure of its therapeutics division.
• Despite its financial troubles, 23andMe asserts its commitment to customer privacy and compliance with state and federal privacy regulations.

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