23andMe, a bankrupt genetic testing company, has sold its extensive DNA database to Regeneron Pharmaceuticals for $256 million. This database reportedly contains the genetic information of approximately 15 million individuals.
The sale raises concerns regarding data privacy and the commercialization of personal genetic information. The transfer of such sensitive data from one entity to another highlights the ethical and legal complexities surrounding the use of personal genetic data.
This transaction marks a significant event in the industry, underscoring both the market value of large genetic databases and the potential risks associated with the commercialization of personal genetic data.
Voir ses données personnelles (adresse, numéro de téléphone, etc.) passer de main en main est déjà inquiétant, alors que dire lorsqu'il s'agit de son profil ADN ? Lundi, la société de tests génétiques en faillite 23andMe a accepté de vendre sa banque de données, qui contient des échantillons d'ADN d'environ 15 millions de personnes, au développeur de médicaments Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, pour 256 millions de dollars.
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