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Karandeep Anand news
The gist
Disney named Karandeep Anand, Character.AI's CEO, to a newly created CTO role starting October 2.
The hire signals Disney pushing AI deeper into streaming and parks.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2025Disney sent Character.AI a cease-and-desist letter over unauthorized use of its characters; Character.AI complied.
- Jan 2026A wrongful-death suit tied to a teen's suicide involving Character.AI was settled.
- Mar 2026Josh D'Amaro took over as Disney CEO from Bob Iger.