California Judge Rules 23andMe Successor Unable to Seek Damages for 2023 Data Breach

A California bankruptcy judge has decided that the state cannot claim damages from the company formerly known as 23andMe following a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic and personal data of around 6.9 million customers. This ruling underscores the complexities of holding a company accountable for breaches after it has gone through bankruptcy. The decision highlights the ongoing challenges in cybersecurity and data protection, especially for companies in the genetic testing industry. This case could set a precedent for how states approach data breach liability in the context of corporate bankruptcy.