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Submission + - 23andMe files for Chapter 11 protection (upi.com)

Submitted by Gruntbeetle on Monday March 24, 2025 @08:15AM

Gruntbeetle writes: Human genetics and biotechnology firm 23andMe has announced that it has filed for bankruptcy and its chief operating officer, Anne Wojcicki, has resigned.

The California-based company made the announcement Sunday in a statement, explaining it is seeking to enter Chapter 11 proceedings to facilitate a court-supervised sale of its assets.

Submission + - California governor vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars (apnews.com)

Submitted by Gruntbeetle on Saturday September 28, 2024 @08:33PM

Gruntbeetle writes: Following up on California Drivers May Soon Get Mandatory In-Car Speed Warnings Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Saturday that would have required new cars to beep at drivers if they exceed the speed limit. The bill, aimed at reducing traffic deaths, would have mandated that vehicles beep at drivers when they exceed the speed limit by at least 10 mph (16kph). Democratic state Sen. Scott Wiener, who sponsored the bill, called the veto a setback for street safety.

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