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Who were Character.AI's investors?
Character.AI raised significant funding rounds from various venture capital firms. These investors typically provide capital in exchange for equity, hoping for a return if the company succeeds. When Character.AI filed for bankruptcy, these investments likely lost most of their value, highlighting the risks in startup funding.
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