What this bankruptcy says about AI startups

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Published on October 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Cooper Katz McKim. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
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Character.AI collected millions of users, making it a very appealing acquisition. Google took a unique route to "acquiring" it, hiring away its founders and licensing its technology. Now Character.AI is filing for bankruptcy. Here's what to know.

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