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Walt Disney Co. has bid $20 million to license intellectual property from Character.AI, an AI companion start-up in bankruptcy. The move is controversial as Character.AI faces a Kentucky lawsuit alleging its chatbots encouraged self-harm, raising significant ethical questions for Disney's foray into advanced AI.
Amazon's acquisition of Globalstar, securing its Apple partnership and valuable assets, marks a significant escalation in the satellite internet race against Starlink and promises expanded satellite features for iPhone users.
The creator economy is rapidly evolving beyond ad revenue, with digital entrepreneurs like MrBeast building business empires through product lines and startup acquisitions. This shift highlights how influence is becoming infrastructure, though its scalability beyond top creators remains a key question. TechCrunch's Equity podcast unpacks this trend alongside developments in AI, fintech, and global tech infrastructure.
