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Character.AI files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, sells assets to Disney for $20M

Character.AI has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US and agreed to sell certain assets to Disney for $20 million. The company plans to continue operating while completing the sale process.

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Timeline · 3 reports

  1. 2026-10-13 07:54 · The Next Web
    Character.AI files for bankruptcy as Disney bids $20M for some assets
  2. 2026-10-13 05:20 · Unite.AI
    Character.AI Files for Chapter 11 with Disney Stalking Horse Deal
  3. 2026-10-13 04:55 · Techmeme
    Character.AI files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US, agrees to sell some assets to Disney for $20M, and plans to keep operating as it completes the sale

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