23andMe sold for $256 million as buyer pledges to comply with existing privacy policies

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Summary:
- This article discusses the growing industry of genetic testing companies, such as 23andMe and Ancestry.com, and the privacy concerns surrounding the personal data they collect.
- These companies have amassed millions of genetic profiles from customers who submit DNA samples, often without fully understanding how their data may be used or shared.
- The article highlights the potential risks of this data being accessed by law enforcement, insurance companies, or other third parties, and the need for stronger regulations to protect consumer privacy.

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