- Stay informed: Keep an eye out for official communications from 23andMe regarding the settlement.
- Document any hardships: If you’ve experienced identity theft or other issues related to the breach, start gathering evidence now.
- Review your privacy settings: Take a close look at your account settings and consider limiting the information you share.
- Be vigilant: Monitor your credit reports and be on the lookout for any suspicious activity.
As we venture into this uncharted territory of DNA analysis and genetic data exchange, it’s imperative that we stay vigilant and take proactive steps to safeguard our most intimate biological information.
In re: 23andMe, Inc., Customer Data Security Breach Litigation, Case No. 3:24-md-03098, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California (2024)
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