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23andMe to expect GBP4.6 million fine over data breach, UK regulator says

By Patricia Figueiredo ( March 25, 2025, 09:07 GMT | Insight) -- DNA testing company 23andMe can expect a fine of 4.6 million pounds ($5.9 million) over a 2023 data breach, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office said in a statement yesterday evening. The ICO’s notice of intent was communicated to the company earlier this month, the regulator said, but its findings are still preliminary. While 23andMe filed for bankruptcy protection in the US on Sunday, the ICO said the company remains under an obligation to protect customers’ personal data.Global genetic testing company 23andMe can expect to be fined 4.6 million pounds ($5.9 million) over a data breach that occurred in 2023, the UK data privacy watchdog said in a statement yesterday evening. Last year, the popular DNA test service acknowledged that hackers had accessed customer profiles for over 5 million users, including those of Ashkenazi Jewish and Chinese heritage....

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