New intel on database sizes has rolled in over the past 6 weeks, so it’s time to update the autosomal…
I want to share a quick story from R.S., who was born in New York City and adopted. DNA easily…
The petition is no longer active. GEDmatch has chosen to expose users to some forensic investigations even if those users…
Reaching out to DNA matches is a necessity, and an art form.
Okay, so technically uploads to MyHeritage are always free. That is, if you’ve done a DNA test at Ancestry, Family…
As of December 9, 2019, GEDmatch is operated by Verogen, Inc. (“Verogen”) following the acquisition by Verogen of the GEDmatch…
Help scientists understand how people feel about direct-to-consumer genetic testing.
We’re approaching the end of the year, time for cold weather and hot chocolate in the northern hemisphere, summer and…
Genealogists often complain about how many of our DNA matches don’t have trees, but is it true? Sure, some people…
This summer, GEDmatch was served with a warrant from an Orlando, Florida, court pertaining to a violent serial rapist. The…









