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@countdown2ext.bsky.social

Biotech firms are meant to pay to use Earth’s genetic data. They’re not. #Science #Biology #Genetics #climatechange #cop17 #biodiversityfund #geneticdata #biotechfees

Biotech firms are meant to pay to use Earth’s genetic data. They’re not.

Nature, Published online: 03 November 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03554-6Global leaders at COP17 biodiversity summit complained that companies using public genetic data are not paying into a...

countdowntoextinction.org

November 3, 2026 at 6:17 PM

Lee

@5newmanl.bsky.social

Insomnia was found tocausally increase the riskof hemorrhoids,with geneticdata showing roughly 23% higher odds ofdeveloping the condition
Longer sleep duration and daytime napping werealso independently linked togreater hemorrhoid risk.
The reverse analysis found nosignificant evidence that perianal

August 25, 2026 at 8:47 PM

Crypto Economy

@cryptoeconomy.bsky.social

💣 Sei Foundation Eyes 23andMe Assets for Blockchain Genetic Data System! 🔗

Sei Foundation is looking to acquire assets from 23andMe to develop a blockchain-based system for managing genetic data securely.

#Blockchain #GeneticData #SeiFoundation #CryptoNews #Crypto

Sei Foundation Eyes 23andMe Assets to Build Blockchain-Based Genetic Data System - Crypto Economy

Sei Foundation is considering acquiring 23andMe after its bankruptcy to protect the genetic data of millions of users using blockchain technology.

crypto-economy.com

March 28, 2025 at 1:40 PM

Ahmandonk

@ahmandonk.bsky.social

📰 23andMe Sepakat Bayar 18 Juta Dolar AS dalam Penyelesaian Kasus Kebocoran Data Genetik

👉 Baca artikel lengkap di sini: https://ahmandonk.com/2026/07/17/23andme-data-breach-settlement-18-juta-dolar/

#23and#23andmee#credentialStuffingr#cybersecurityW#darkWebB#dataBreachG#dataGenetikt#geneticData

July 17, 2026 at 9:49 AM

Maqsood Asi

@maqsoodasi.bsky.social

#23andMe ’s demise is a #warning: the US needs to overhaul #GeneticData protection

We’re moving toward a society where #genetic information is a part of everyday life – and we don’t want it in the wrong hands

By Dalton Conley
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

23andMe’s demise is a warning: the US needs to overhaul genetic data protection | Dalton Conley

We’re moving toward a society where genetic information is a part of everyday life – and we don’t want it in the wrong hands

www.theguardian.com

April 5, 2025 at 1:57 AM

News Mason

@newsmason.bsky.social

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June 11, 2025 at 4:34 AM

Ars Technica News

@arstechni.ca

Biotech company Regeneron to buy bankrupt 23andMe for $256M https://arstechni.ca... #geneticdata #regeneron #Science #23andme #Health #Policy #DNA

May 19, 2025 at 10:01 PM

Humanising Men

@humanisingmen.bsky.social

How DNA matchmaking of rams and ewes could 'droughtproof sheep' #sheepbreeding #dnatechnology #geneticdata

How DNA matchmaking of rams and ewes could 'droughtproof sheep'

Forget farmer wants a wife, it's ram wants a ewe as genetics play an increasing role in Australia's sheep-breeding programs.

www.abc.net.au

May 5, 2025 at 2:16 AM

AI News Brew

@ainewsbrew.bsky.social

Court Approves Anne Wojcicki's Nonprofit to Acquire 23andMe for $305 Million
ainewsbrew.com/article/4991

#23andMe #AnneWojcicki #TTAM #GeneticTesting #Bankruptcy #Acquisition #Nonprofit #GeneticData #Privacy #Telehealth #RegeneronPharmaceuticals #CaliforniaAG #GIPA

Court Approves Anne Wojcicki's Nonprofit to Acquire 23andMe for $305 Million | AI News Brew

SAN FRANCISCO - In a significant development for the genetic testing industry, a U.S. bankruptcy court has approved the sale of 23andMe to a nonprofit founded by the company's co-founder, Anne Wojcick

ainewsbrew.com

July 1, 2025 at 4:12 PM

NewsletterTF

@newsletter-tf.bsky.social

CIA Scrutiny Intensifies Over DNA Data Use

Concerns grow as CIA may use DNA test data. Millions of people's genetic info could be accessed. What does this mean for privacy?

#CIADNA, #PrivacyConcerns, #GeneticData, #IntelligenceAgency, #C...

https://newsletter.tf/cia-dna-data-use-privacy-concerns/

CIA Scrutiny Intensifies Over DNA Data Use

Concerns grow as CIA may use DNA test data. Millions of people's genetic info could be accessed. What does this mean for privacy?

newsletter.tf

June 19, 2026 at 12:35 PM

therecognizer.bsky.social

@therecognizer.bsky.social

smart move - get 'r done. #23andme #geneticdata #privacy #healthdata

California attorney general urges people: Consider deleting genetic data from 23andMe

23andMe, which analyzes saliva samples and provides personalized genetic, health and ancestry reports in return, is facing the potential of shutting down.

www.seattletimes.com

March 23, 2025 at 7:15 PM

mmorps.bsky.social

@mmorps.bsky.social

When companies fail, what happens to their data? 23andMe’s bankruptcy raises urgent concerns about the fate of genetic data from 15 million users. Who’s protecting it now? #dataprivacy, #cybersecurity, #geneticdata, #infosec | Virtru

23andMe’s Collapse Raises a Critical Question: What About the Data?

23andMe's bankruptcy raises critical concerns about the security of genetic data, highlighting the need for robust encryption and access controls during corporate transitions.

www.virtru.com

March 24, 2025 at 6:59 PM

Steve Hudson

@dustcircle.bsky.social

#Geneticdata reveals how #brainstructure contributes to #autism and #attentiondisorders

www.psypost.org/genetic-data...

Genetic data reveals how brain structure contributes to autism and attention disorders

A massive genetic analysis has revealed how the physical size of brain folds and the organization of deep nerve fibers directly influence the risk of developing neurodevelopmental conditions like auti...

www.psypost.org

May 5, 2026 at 1:05 PM

Darknetsearch.com

@darknetsearch.bsky.social

🚨23andMe’s $18M settlement proves: weak security = dark web leaks. Sensitive data needs stronger safeguards.

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Dark Web Monitoring: Why the 23andMe $18M Settlement Matters in 2026 | Darknetsearch.com

✓ Dark web monitoring reveals risks behind the 23andMe $18M settlement. Detect leaked data early with proactive threat intelligence.

darknetsearch.com

July 17, 2026 at 11:07 AM

xstreamfm.bsky.social

@xstreamfm.bsky.social

Alabama Reflector:Alabama News Beacon #DataPrivacy #GeneticData #23andMe

23andMe users’ genetic data is at risk, state AGs warn

The fate of more than 15 million customers’ genetic data remains in limbo after popular DNA testing company 23andMe filed for bankruptcy in March. The data is up for sale, stoking fears about how it might be used and prompting attorneys general from more than a dozen states to warn 23andMe users: Delete your data. […]

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May 2, 2025 at 8:09 PM

Marison Souza

@marisonsouza.bsky.social

After a major data breach and financial troubles, 23andMe users are urged to delete their genetic data. But beware: even after account deletion, some information will be retained for legal reasons. Privacy matters more than ever! #DataPrivacy #GeneticData

April 27, 2025 at 8:54 PM