China's gene giant harvests data from millions of women

BGI Genomics accused of partnering with Chinese military to harvest DNA data from prenatal tests

A Chinese gene company selling prenatal tests around the world developed them in collaboration with the country's military and is using them to collect genetic data from millions of women for sweeping research on the traits of populations, a Reuters review of scientific papers and company statements found.
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And of course, in other news:
China's gene giant says prenatal test not developed in partnership with military, saying Reuters' report 'factually incorrect'