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23andMe Data Breach Settlement Approved for Canadian Victims

3/28/2026

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Canadian customers affected by the 2023 data breach at 23andMe have a multimillion-dollar settlement approved that allocates $3.25 million (US) for victims.
Lawyer Sage Nematollahi calls the outcome significant because 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year.
The case is notable as the first Canadian class action settled during Chapter 11 proceedings.
Eligible customers must submit claims by June 25, 2026, with instructions on the Canadian settlement website.

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Story summary

Canadian customers affected by the 2023 data breach at 23andMe have a multimillion-dollar settlement approved that allocates $3.25 million (US) for victims.
Lawyer Sage Nematollahi calls the outcome significant because 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year.
The case is notable as the first Canadian class action settled during Chapter 11 proceedings.
Eligible customers must submit claims by June 25, 2026, with instructions on the Canadian settlement website.