The legal battle over the fate of 23andMe's DNA data has taken a new twist

By John Ruwitch

Published June 26, 2025 at 4:27 PM CDT

Genetic testing company 23andMe never hit on a sustainable business model and went bankrupt. Now, it's being sold to a non-profit launched by the co-founder, delaying addressing data privacy concerns.

John Ruwitch

John Ruwitch is a correspondent with NPR's international desk. He covers Chinese affairs.

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