Summary of joint investigation into data breach at 23andMe by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and the UK Information Commissioner

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Date: 17th Jun, 2025 Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Country: Canada Original Source

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On June 17, 2025, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada issued an update regarding joint investigation into data breach at 23andMe by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and the UK Information Commissioner. The investigation found that 23andMe lacked appropriate safeguards to protect sensitive personal information, and notifications to regulators and affected individuals were inadequate.

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