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Character.AI files for bankruptcy

Character.AI files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to sell assets to Disney. The generative‑AI startup, known for chatbots and role‑play bots, faces safety scrutiny and lawsuits but continues product updates. The filing aims to restructure and facilitate asset sales amid mounting legal and financial pressures.

The Verge·Oct 13, 2026

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