4/17 (Thu.) 11:45 - 12:30 7F 702

Privacy Crisis After Genetic Testing: Deconstructing the Risks of High Linkage Disequilibrium Regions

This talk focuses on the privacy challenges that arise after genetic testing, delving into the security concerns and potential risks associated with genomic data. As genetic testing technology becomes increasingly accessible, more consumers are opting for commercial genetic testing services to gain insights into their health risks and personal genetic traits. However, many overlook the fact that genetic data from these tests can be a high-risk source of privacy breaches. This presentation will examine the characteristics of genomic data, explaining how high linkage disequilibrium can be exploited to infer additional sensitive personal information, thereby posing a threat not only to individuals but also to their family members' privacy.

Wei-Meng Lin
SPEAKER
INSIGHT GENOMICS INC
Bioinformation Manager

TOPIC / TRACK
Privacy & Data Protection Forum

LOCATION
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2
7F 702

LEVEL
Intermediate Intermediate sessions focus on cybersecurity architecture, tools, and practical applications, ideal for professionals with a basic understanding of cybersecurity.

SESSION TYPE
Breakout Session

LANGUAGE
Chinese

SUBTOPIC
Data Security
Data Protection
Privacy