3 chapters across the catalog
The CDC released a video explaining that 5% to 10% of PCR test swabs are sent to laboratories for genomic sequencing to track virus mutations. Concerns are raised regarding the government's ability to link genetic data to specific individuals and locations based on the registration required for government-provided test kits.
The CIA's venture capital arm, In-Q-Tel, is revealed to have invested in SkinCentral Sciences, a company that developed a skin-exfoliating "pen." While marketed as a cosmetic tool for erasing blemishes, the technology's ability to remove the upper layer of skin makes it a potential tool for painless DNA collection.
Child Identification Programs, DNA Collection and MyChip.org
The Massachusetts Child ID Program (MYCHIP), a Masonic youth initiative, has reportedly processed over 250,000 children using fingerprints, tooth prints, and DNA swabs. While marketed as a safety measure for missing children, the program is criticized as a precursor to universal chipping and biometric tracking.
