Brent Arnold appeared on CBC Radio’s Just Asking podcast to address concerns arising from the recent breach at DNA testing company 23andMe, where hackers accessed data from nearly 7 million users. Brent emphasized the unique sensitivity of genetic data and why existing privacy laws, based on informed consent, face challenges in protecting such information.
He explained the need for greater corporate responsibility and regulatory clarity to ensure users understand how their genetic data might be used or misused. Brent’s insights help listeners grasp the profound privacy implications posed by consumer genetic testing and advocate for enhanced safeguards in this rapidly growing digital health sector.
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