23andMe Customers Did Not Expect Their DNA Data Would Be Sold, Lawsuit Claims NYT | Top Stories Rylee Kirk 11 June 2025 at 03:49 The genetic-testing company, which collected DNA data from users, is for sale in bankruptcy court. Now, 27 states and the District of Columbia oppose selling the data without express consent. © Justin Sullivan/GettyA lawsuit in bankruptcy court in Missouri is challenging the sale of genetic data gathered from customers by 23andMe.