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Having millions of users does not guarantee staying open

October 13, 2026
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For someone who has never used Character.AI, this case shows why “lots of people use it” and “it can stay open” are different claims. The experience that attracted users—returning to a character and continuing the conversation—also required resources every time that character responded. Character.AI s

For someone who has never used Character.AI, this case shows why “lots of people use it” and “it can stay open” are different claims. The experience that attracted users—returning to a character and continuing the conversation—also required resources every time that character responded. Character.AI remains available while it seeks a way forward under court supervision. Disney has agreed to buy some of its assets, but the platform’s continued operation depends on another offer that does not yet exist. Anyone returning to a conversation today can pick it up again. Whether they will be able to do so in a few months is precisely what this sale still needs to resolve.

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