23andMe on Brink of Bankruptcy: Genetic Data at Risk

23andMe, once a $6B giant in genetic testing, teeters on bankruptcy as of 2024. A 2023 data breach compromised nearly 7M users, sparking fears over 15M genetic profiles up for grabs. CEO Anne Wojcicki, now sole board member, aims to go private amidst dwindling trust. Customers are urged to delete accounts, but beware: genetic data is forever. With stricter state laws like Illinois stepping in, it's a genetic melodrama balancing privacy and profits.