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Disney's Character.AI Bid Is a Hiring Signal, Not a Done Deal

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The detail that changes how to read Disney’s Character.AI move is the deal structure: the workforce transfer is substantial, but it is a stalking horse bid, so another company could still come forward with a higher offer. According to TechCrunch’s Anthony Ha, a filing says Disney has agreed to hire…

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  1. 2026-10-19 05:58 · DEV Community — AI
    Disney's Character.AI Bid Is a Hiring Signal, Not a Done Deal

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