In a surprising turn of events, the founder of 23andMe, Anne Wojcicki, has bought back the company she co-founded after it was embroiled in scandals involving DNA testing. The move comes after 23andMe faced criticism and fines for a data breach in 2023 that exposed the personal information of millions of customers.

Despite the setbacks, Wojcicki remained determined to salvage the reputation of the once-prominent DNA testing firm. In a bid to restore trust and accountability, she swooped in to take control of the company once again.

The acquisition by Wojcicki comes on the heels of a fierce bidding war for control of the embattled company, with reports suggesting that she outbid several other interested parties, including tech giants and private equity firms.

In a statement following the acquisition, Wojcicki vowed to prioritize data security and transparency, promising a new era of responsible DNA testing practices. The move has been met with cautious optimism from industry experts, who hope that 23andMe can turn over a new leaf under its original founder's leadership.