Disney Appoints Karandeep Anand as First Tech Chief
Walt Disney has named former Character AI executive Karandeep Anand as its inaugural chief technology officer. He will oversee enterprise technology and AI platforms starting October 2. The appointment comes as media companies navigate rapid industry disruptions.
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Walt Disney Co appointed former Character.AI executive Karandeep Anand as its first chief technology officer on Friday morning, bringing in outside AI expertise as media firms restructure. Anand will assume the role on October 2, reporting directly to CEO Josh D'Amaro. The hire is part of a broader leadership overhaul that includes Adam Smith taking over streaming operations.
