US EditionColdplay Warns Concert Crowd About Being on Camera After Viral ‘Kiss Cam’ Moment
BOSTON, JUL 20 – Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigned after a viral kiss cam moment at a Coldplay concert sparked a workplace scandal and public scrutiny of leadership conduct, the company said.
- A viral video from a recent Coldplay concert in Boston featured Astronomer’s CEO, Andy Byron, embracing Kristin Cabot, the company’s head of human resources, on the Jumbotron.
- The video gained widespread attention, sparking memes and privacy debates, and led to Byron being placed on leave and then resigning as CEO.
- Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin commented humorously during the incident on stage, suggesting the couple was either involved in a secret relationship or simply feeling very reserved, while the company announced it had launched an official inquiry.
- Pete DeJoy, cofounder and chief product officer, was named interim CEO and expressed his dedication to supporting the team and meeting the needs of their customers.
- Astronomer is searching for a new CEO while the viral incident highlights concerns about privacy and public image surveillance in modern events.
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