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Re:23andMe to share customer gene data with GlaxoSmithKline ... by trianglem on Tuesday December 17, 2019 @02:03PM (#21817324)
This is why when I sent in my sample I used a fake name and a disposable debit card for the purchase. I also got it back when it was $99 without a subscription and I hope those steps are enough for them to not be able to connect my DNA data back to me. Guess my tinfoil hat worked out in this case!
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Re:23andMe to share customer gene data with GlaxoSmithKline ... by markdown on Tuesday December 17, 2019 @06:24PM (#21820117)
That works until a close relative hands over their DNA to 23andMe using their real name.
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Re:23andMe to share customer gene data with GlaxoSmithKline ... by trianglem on Friday December 20, 2019 @03:30AM (#21842516)
Never considered this but sadly you’re right.
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