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FamilyTreeDNA’s Y-DNA haplotree includes over 100,000 branches and 830,000 variants — the most detailed paternal ancestry map in the world. Each month, we update this post with the latest growth stats, haplogroup insights, and tools to help you explore your place in history.

For years, experts believed Ötzi the Iceman’s maternal lineage had vanished. New genetic research shows that ancient line may still survive today.

A detailed look at the world’s largest mtDNA haplotree, how it continues to grow and refine, and what recent updates reveal about maternal ancestry and population history.

An accessible overview of the DNA sequencing technologies used in genetic genealogy, from early methods like Sanger sequencing to modern next-generation sequencing.

The Updated mtDNA Tree of Humankind has expanded again, adding more than 12,700 new maternal haplogroups. This update deepens global mtDNA coverage and enhances maternal lineage research for genealogists and scientists alike.

From family tree programs to research databases and DNA tools, discover this year’s best genealogy software and subscriptions to support any researcher’s next breakthrough.

Support the family historian in your life with genealogy education gifts that strengthen their research skills and deepen their connection to the past.

Celebrate connection, curiosity, and heritage with books that remind us every family has a story worth discovering and passing on.

From Family Finder to Big Y-700, discover DNA tests that make unforgettable genealogy gifts.

Real legends rest in your DNA. Explore how genetic testing reveals the truth behind vampires, fear, and the families who inspired the myths.