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23andMe is updating its TOS to force binding arbitration with a limited opt-out window (stackdiary.com)

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This change will force its users into binding arbitration, which is a means to resolve disputes (such as a cybersecurity breach leaking your DNA data) outside of court.

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[-] Telodzrum@lemmy.world 4 points 11 months ago

No, you’d just have to defend against a motion to dismiss under the terms of this agreement as part of the larger action. It’s a nominally increased amount of work and would not significantly increase the cost of litigation.

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