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Judge approves $46.75 million payout for 23andMe data breach victims
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Judge approves $46.75 million payout for 23andMe data breach victims

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved a $46.75 million settlement for victims affected by a 2023 data breach at 23andMe, a genetic testing company. The decision was made by Judge Brian Walsh in St. Louis, who determined the settlement to be fair, equitable, and in the best interest of a trust managed by 23andMe's bankruptcy administrator. The breach exposed sensitive personal and genetic data of users, prompting legal action and regulatory scrutiny. The approval marks a significant resolution for affected individuals seeking compensation for privacy violations.

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Judge approves $46.75 million payout for 23andMe data breach victims

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved a $46.75 million settlement for victims affected by a 2023 data breach at 23andMe, a genetic testing company. The decision was made by Judge Brian Walsh in St. Louis, who determined the settlement to be fair, equitable, and in the best interest of a trust managed by 23andMe's bankruptcy administrator. The breach exposed sensitive personal and genetic data of users, prompting legal action and regulatory scrutiny. The approval marks a significant resolution for affected individuals seeking compensation for privacy violations.

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