Why a warrant to search GEDmatch’s genetic data has sparked privacy concerns
Over a million Americans have DNA profiles in the public genealogy database
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Police in Florida recently obtained a warrant to search people’s genetic profiles on the public genealogy website GEDmatch, setting off a fresh wave of privacy concerns over DNA sleuthing.
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