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Disney’s first CTO led an AI startup it once accused of copying its characters
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Disney has appointed Alex Chung, formerly CEO of Character.AI, as its inaugural Chief Technology Officer. This move follows a complex history, as Disney previously issued a cease-and-desist letter to Character.AI over concerns regarding intellectual property. Chung’s leadership will be pivotal in shaping Disney’s technological future. His experience building and scaling Character.AI, despite the prior legal dispute, positions him to drive innovation within the entertainment giant. This appointment signals a future-focused approach to leveraging AI within Disney's operations.

The former CEO of Character.AI, which Disney previously sent a cease-and-desist letter to, will serve as the company's first-ever chief technology officer.
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