Disney’s first CTO is Character.AI’s former CEO

Disney has appointed Karandeep Anand as its first-ever Chief Technology Officer, who previously served as CEO of Character.AI. Anand will report directly to the CEO and will be responsible for leading the company's technology strategy and innovation. Character.AI, a company that uses AI to create personalized avatars, was acquired by Google in 2022. Anand's background in AI and technology leadership makes him a suitable fit for the role at Disney, which is looking to leverage technology to drive growth and innovation in the entertainment industry.