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The Rise and Fall of 23andMe
This chapter examines the evolution and challenges of DNA testing, centering on 23andMe's personal and societal impacts. It discusses the implications of a significant data breach and the company's recent bankruptcy, raising concerns over genetic data privacy. The narrative highlights ethical dilemmas associated with ownership of personal genetic information and the surge of users seeking to delete their data amid rising anxieties.