The popular DNA testing company, known for its saliva-based test kits, has encountered serious turbulence leading to its bankruptcy filing. Once valued at $6 billion, 23andMe announced in a press release its intention to continue operations during the sale process while reassuring customers that their data management protocols remain unchanged. However, California's Attorney General has issued a consumer alert, urging users to consider deleting their personal data amid concerns over the firm’s financial stability.

This decision follows a string of setbacks for the company, including the settlement of a lawsuit related to a 2023 data breach that compromised the personal information of nearly seven million customers. Additionally, the firm laid off 200 employees, representing 40% of its total workforce, just two months prior to the bankruptcy filing. Joe Selsavage, the company's finance chief, has been appointed as interim CEO, while Wojcicki will remain on the board to support the transition.