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Character.ai has officially filed for bankruptcy, according to the company's recent announcement. The company is voluntarily proceeding with a Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, which will facilitate a court-supervised sale of the business. This decision comes after the company has taken significant steps to sustain and improve its operations in the face of legal, regulatory, and operational challenges over the past year.

The board concluded that a court-supervised sale offers the best opportunity to maximize value for all stakeholders. While the sale process may yield a proposal that allows continued operation of the platform, if no such bid emerges, the platform will be wound down. The Character.ai platform remains operational, and users can continue accessing all services without interruption.

The company remains committed to delivering a safe and engaging experience for its community. For more information, users can refer to the FAQs provided by the company or access additional resources for support.

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