Character Technologies, Inc. (d/b/a Character.AI) filed a voluntary Chapter 11 petition on October 12, 2026, in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware and continues operating as debtor in possession.
Dkt 002 - Applicatio · p.3 +2The Debtor attributes its insufficient cash flow to costly AI entertainment development, potential litigation liabilities, and regulatory engagement.
Dkt 002 - Applicatio · p.3 +1The company has already moved to reject its lease at 33 Irving Place and abandon remaining personal property there effective as of the petition date.
14939101326800000000 · p.1, Motion +1Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is a key party receiving special notice, though a sale motion and stalking horse agreement with Disney had not yet appeared on the docket.
14939101326800000000 · p.11, ¶23 +1The Restructuring Committee cited the company's cash flow, liquidity, financial condition, and contingent liabilities as reasons for reviewing strategic and financial alternatives.
Dkt 001 - Voluntary · p.5