
A chatbot startup is seeking to sell its assets to Disney following years of legal challenges and safety concerns.
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The chatbot startup faced years of legal challenges and safety concerns before looking to sell its assets.
The chatbot startup is looking to sell its assets to Disney after years of legal challenges and safety concerns.

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