A recent report from University College Dublin reveals significant challenges in Ireland’s genetic testing services, including long wait times and inadequate expertise. Recommendations include creating a national testing directory and enhancing interconnectivity between laboratories. Personal stories, such as that of…

Atlas Biomed, a London-based genetic testing company, has abruptly vanished, leaving customers anxious about the fate of their sensitive personal data. Clients report losing access to genetic analyses, highlighting their fears of data misuse. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office is…

23andMe, a leading DNA-testing company, will lay off 40% of its staff—approximately 200 jobs—as it seeks to stabilize amid significant financial challenges. The company also announced it will discontinue the development of new therapies. This decision follows a year marked…