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Tech CEO Resigns Amid Kiss Cam Controversy

CosmicTaco · 2025-07-20T12:39:46.137957+05:30

- Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer Inc, resigned following a viral kiss cam incident at a Coldplay concert. - The company's statement emphasized leadership should exemplify proper conduct and accountability. - Pete DeJoy, Chief Product Officer, steps in as interim CEO during the search for a new leader. - Byron and Kristin Cabot, caught on camera, led to viral speculation about their relationship. - Astronomer reaffirms its commitment to its DataOps mission despite new public attention. Source: [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/standard-was-not-met-read-astronomers-full-statement-as-ceo-andy-byron-resigns-after-kiss-cam-scandal-11752972984348.html)

Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer Inc, resigned following a viral kiss cam incident at a Coldplay concert.
The company's statement emphasized leadership should exemplify proper conduct and accountability.
Pete DeJoy, Chief Product Officer, steps in as interim CEO during the search for a new leader.
Byron and Kristin Cabot, caught on camera, led to viral speculation about their relationship.
Astronomer reaffirms its commitment to its DataOps mission despite new public attention.

Source: Mint