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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Anna Wise

23andMe files for bankruptcy in US after data hack and heavy financial losses

Genetic testing giant 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US while it searches for a buyer.

It comes as the company struggles in the aftermath of a data hack and deals with heavy financial losses.

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