Genetic Data Privacy and Security

Kate from MinuteEarth discusses the implications of genetic testing and the security of genetic data. While commercial genetic testing companies analyze only a small portion of DNA, this data can still reveal personal information. The video explores potential risks, such as misuse by advertisers, employers, and insurers, and highlights the importance of password security. Legal protections exist, but users must ensure their data is secure. Dashlane, a password manager, sponsors the video, emphasizing the need for strong passwords to protect genetic data.

What prompted the MinuteEarth team to question the safety of their genetic data?

• A recent data breach

• A documentary they watched

• Getting their DNA tested

• A new law about data privacy

What percentage of your DNA is analyzed by commercial genetic testing companies?

• 10%

• 100%

• 50%

• 0.02%

What can someone potentially deduce from the small subset of your DNA analyzed?

• Your daily routine

• Your facial features

• Your favorite food

• Your exact height

What is a major risk if you use the same password across multiple sites?

• Your social media accounts could be deleted

• You might forget your password

• Your email might get hacked

• Hackers could access your genetic data

How might advertisers use genetic information in the future?

• To improve customer service

• To reduce advertising costs

• To target ads in more personalized ways

• To create new products

What is one potential misuse of genetic data by employers?

• To offer promotions

• To screen job applicants

• To plan company events

• To determine salary

What legal protections exist against gene-based discrimination?

• Company policies

• Global treaties

• Laws in some places

• None at all

What do most genetic data companies promise regarding personal data?

• To publish it online

• Not to share it without a court order

• To keep it indefinitely

• To sell it to advertisers

What is the main focus of the Dashlane promotion in the video?

• Improving genetic testing

• Enhancing password security

• Offering free DNA tests

• Providing health insurance

Why did MinuteEarth reach out to Dashlane?

• To improve their video quality

• To learn about genetic testing

• To understand password security better

• To get a sponsorship