Msg #602617
"FamilyTreeDNA – one of the larger makers of at-home genealogy test kits – has disclosed that it’s quietly been giving the FBI access to its database of 1 million DNA profiles to help solve violent crime."
It's understood that they're voluntarily providing law enforcement access once those agencies have provided the appropriate documentation; however, this is a privacy concern for all who utilize the service. They've been diligent about consumer protection and privacy (and have been lauded for that). A member can OptOut under certain conditions. FamilyTreeDNA has stated that they don't intend to be a 'data broker.' Hmmmmmm . . . certainly makes one wonder about their intent. 
Article Title: "Home DNA kit company says it’s working with the FBI"
To read the full article, see: http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2019/02/05/home-dna-kit-company-says-its-working-with-the-fbi/?utm_source=Naked+Security+-+Sophos+List&utm_campaign=1a9911a11c-Naked+Security+daily+news+email&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_31623bb782-1a9911a11c-455159505
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