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Economic Times
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Astronomer HR Head Kristin Cabot Employment Status: Has she resigned or still employed at firm after CEO Andy Byron resigns over Coldplay Concert scandal
Agencies Kristin Cabot has still not resigned after Coldplay Concert Kiss Cam viral video scandal. Cabot and Andy Byron were identified on the jumbotron at the concert. Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot's employment status at data science company might change in some days. But as of now, she is still employed at the firm and has been put on leave after a public incident involving former CEO Andy Byron. Cabot, who is Chief People Officer at Astronomer, is yet to resign while Andy Byron has tendered his resignation. The event took place during a Coldplay concert and led to widespread media attention and Byron's resignation. Cabot's employment status is still unresolved. Although Andy Byron was forced to resign quickly, Kristin Cabot has not been officially terminated. She is currently on leave. According to employment lawyers, companies cannot terminate employees solely due to bad Nicole Brenecki said termination in such cases involves legal complexities. She mentioned employment contracts, internal reviews and potential liability, as per a New York Post stated that if there is written proof HR had approved the conduct or turned a blind eye, further action may follow. She also said more time might be required before any termination decisions are made. Also Read: Scandal Confirmed: Andy Byron snags fat exit package as Coldplay's Chris Martin weighs in Cabot and Byron became the subject of public discussion after Coldplay frontman Chris Martin highlighted them on the stadium jumbotron at a Gillette Stadium show. The moment showed both individuals in a close later confirmed that an internal investigation was being conducted. The video quickly went viral on social media individuals are believed to be married to other people, based on social media observations. This added to the controversy and intensified public professionals noted that a sexual harassment case would be difficult to support in this explained that unless Cabot was pressured due to a power imbalance, the relationship would be seen as consensual. In that case, legal claims would not be Douglas Wigdor agreed and said a harassment claim would need to prove the relationship was unwelcome. From the available information, this seems unlikely, it added that the public is only seeing a brief clip, so unknown details might still surface. Also Read: Can Astronomer CEO Andy Byron sue Coldplay or Grace Springer over viral Kiss Cam video? Details here Attorney William Cafaro said Cabot might still be employed because of an ongoing exit negotiation. He believes the incident presents a clear conflict for someone in her role, the report suggested that even though firing may be legally possible, both sides could be discussing settlement terms noted that it is hard to see how Cabot can continue in her current position as head of HR, considering the public nature of the new interim CEO and co-founder Pete DeJoy addressed the situation in a LinkedIn post. He described the past few days as unusual for the acknowledged the media attention, saying Astronomer has become widely recognized, although not in the way the company has not officially commented on Cabot's employment status. As of Monday, no new statements were outcome of the internal investigation may determine whether Cabot stays with the company or departs. Is Kristin Cabot still working at Astronomer? Kristin Cabot is on leave but has not been officially terminated. Her employment status depends on the outcome of an internal investigation and legal review. Can Kristin Cabot face legal consequences for the Coldplay scandal? Legal experts say a sexual harassment claim is unlikely if the relationship was consensual. Her future at Astronomer will depend on internal findings and company policy.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Astronomer HR Head Kristin Cabot Employment Status: Has she resigned or still employed at firm after CEO Andy Byron resigns over Coldplay Concert scandal
Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot's employment status at data science company might change in some days. But as of now, she is still employed at the firm and has been put on leave after a public incident involving former CEO Andy Byron . Cabot, who is Chief People Officer at Astronomer, is yet to resign while Andy Byron has tendered his resignation. The event took place during a Coldplay concert and led to widespread media attention and Byron's resignation. Cabot's employment status is still unresolved. 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Although Andy Byron was forced to resign quickly, Kristin Cabot has not been officially terminated. She is currently on leave. According to employment lawyers, companies cannot terminate employees solely due to bad headlines. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bank Owned Properties For Sale In An Khanh (Prices May Surprise You) Foreclosed Homes | Search ads Search Now Attorney Nicole Brenecki said termination in such cases involves legal complexities. She mentioned employment contracts, internal reviews and potential liability, as per a New York Post report. Brenecki stated that if there is written proof HR had approved the conduct or turned a blind eye, further action may follow. She also said more time might be required before any termination decisions are made. Live Events Also Read: Scandal Confirmed: Andy Byron snags fat exit package as Coldplay's Chris Martin weighs in Coldplay Concert Kiss Cam Viral Video incident Cabot and Byron became the subject of public discussion after Coldplay frontman Chris Martin highlighted them on the stadium jumbotron at a Gillette Stadium show. The moment showed both individuals in a close embrace. Astronomer later confirmed that an internal investigation was being conducted. The video quickly went viral on social media platforms. Both individuals are believed to be married to other people, based on social media observations. This added to the controversy and intensified public scrutiny. Why Legal Experts Doubt Sexual Harassment Claims? Legal professionals noted that a sexual harassment case would be difficult to support in this situation. Brenecki explained that unless Cabot was pressured due to a power imbalance, the relationship would be seen as consensual. In that case, legal claims would not be strong. Attorney Douglas Wigdor agreed and said a harassment claim would need to prove the relationship was unwelcome. From the available information, this seems unlikely, it added. Wigdor added that the public is only seeing a brief clip, so unknown details might still surface. Also Read: Can Astronomer CEO Andy Byron sue Coldplay or Grace Springer over viral Kiss Cam video? Details here Kristin Cabot Unclear Employment Future Attorney William Cafaro said Cabot might still be employed because of an ongoing exit negotiation. He believes the incident presents a clear conflict for someone in her role, the report said. Cafaro suggested that even though firing may be legally possible, both sides could be discussing settlement terms privately. He noted that it is hard to see how Cabot can continue in her current position as head of HR, considering the public nature of the incident. Astronomer Response and Internal Review in Progress Astronomer's new interim CEO and co-founder Pete DeJoy addressed the situation in a LinkedIn post. He described the past few days as unusual for the company. DeJoy acknowledged the media attention, saying Astronomer has become widely recognized, although not in the way the company expected. Astronomer has not officially commented on Cabot's employment status. As of Monday, no new statements were released. The outcome of the internal investigation may determine whether Cabot stays with the company or departs. FAQs Is Kristin Cabot still working at Astronomer? Kristin Cabot is on leave but has not been officially terminated. Her employment status depends on the outcome of an internal investigation and legal review. Can Kristin Cabot face legal consequences for the Coldplay scandal? Legal experts say a sexual harassment claim is unlikely if the relationship was consensual. Her future at Astronomer will depend on internal findings and company policy.
USA Today
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Liam Gallagher says 'don't worry' to Oasis fans concerned about getting 'Coldplayed'
Oasis concerts are apparently a safe space for fans of the extramarital variety. Liam Gallagher, the brash frontman of the English band, hopped on the mic during a recent concert in the United Kingdom to assure fans they wouldn't get "Coldplayed" at the band's performances. "Do we have any lovebirds in the house?" Gallagher, 52, asked the crowd at their show in Manchester. "Don't worry," he assured, as seen in social media video from July 20, "we ain't got any of that Coldplay" camera work. Getting some laughs from the crowd, Gallagher said it "doesn't matter to us" who their fans are "mingling" or "tingling" with. It's "none of our" business, he added. Coldplay gives fans warning in first concert since viral 'Kiss Cam' video Gallagher, with brother Noel, 58, set off on the Oasis Live '25 reunion tour July 4. Other artists have warned concertgoers that their secrets would remain within the walls of the venue in the wake of the infamous, immediately viral video of a couple who didn't want to be on camera. "If there's anybody here with their side chick or whatever, I think you're safe here," pop-country star Morgan Wallen told the crowd with a shrug at his July 18 concert in Glendale, Arizona. "I don't condone cheating anymore," he added. Stephen Colbert spoofs Coldplay concert 'Kiss Cam' with Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon Country artist Luke Bryan joked about the incident during his July 17 concert in Greenville, South Carolina, saying, "We're gonna shine our cameras on anybody. Who's here with their secretary tonight?" Bryan vamped part of his song "Strip it Down" before adding, "do not get caught tonight." The incident has even made it as far as late-night TV with a star-studded spoof on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." Mock hiding from the camera, cameos popped up from CNN's Anderson Cooper and Bravo's Andy Cohen; fellow late night hosts Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers; "Happy Gilmore 2" stars Adam Sandler and Christopher McDonald; as well as a John Oliver of HBO's "Last Week Tonight" with Jon Stewart of "The Daily Show." Contributing: James Powel and Bryan Alexander
Nahar Net
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Nahar Net
Coldplay kiss camera saga: Can you ever expect privacy in public?
by Naharnet Newsdesk 22 July 2025, 14:33 When the "KissCam" at a Coldplay concert landed on a couple who tried (but failed) to duck out of the spotlight, the internet immediately got to work. In hours, the clip was just about everywhere. Endless memes, parody videos and photos of the pair's shocked faces filled social media feeds. Online sleuths rushed to identify who was on camera. Artificial intelligence and software company Astronomer eventually confirmed that its CEO and chief people officer were in fact the couple in the video — and announced the CEO's resignation over the weekend. The incident's fallout has, of course, generated conversations about business ethics, corporate accountability and the repercussions that conflicts of interest among leadership can cause. But there are also broader implications at play in our increasingly online world — about the state of potentially being visible everywhere you go or tracked through "social media surveillance." Experts say it's more and more common for moments that may have been intended to be private, or at least reserved to a single physical venue, to make their way online and even go global today. So in the era of lightning-fast social sharing and when cameras are practically inescapable, does being in public hold any expectation of privacy anymore? Is every experience simply fodder for the world to see? Cameras are everywhere It's no secret that cameras are filming much of our lives these days. From CCTV security systems to Ring doorbells, businesses, schools and neighborhoods use ample video surveillance around the clock. Sporting and concert venues have also filmed fans for years, often projecting playful bits of audience participation to the rest of the crowd. In short, the on-scene viewer becomes part of the product — and the center of attention. And of course, consumers can record just about anything if they have a smartphone in their pocket — and, if it's enticing to other social media users, that footage can quickly spread through cyberspace. Ellis Cashmore, author of the book "Celebrity Culture," proposes that the rapid fame of last week's KissCam moment probably answers a question many have been asking for years: "Is the private life still what it was? And the answer is, of course, there's no such thing as the private life anymore," he notes. "Certainly not in the traditional sense of the term." "I'm not sure that we can assume privacy at a concert with hundreds of other people," adds Mary Angela Bock, an associate professor in the University of Texas at Austin's School of Journalism and Media. "We can't assume privacy on the street anymore." Some version of the KissCam has long been a staple at big events — from timeouts during sports games to romantic songs played by artists at their concerts. It's easy to miss, but most venues have signs to inform the audience that they could be filmed during the event. What's been different in more recent years, experts note, is how quickly those moments can travel beyond the physical space where they actually unfold. That isn't only limited to what shows up on a jumbotron. Sometimes it only takes one person in the crowd to capture any interaction on their phone and post the video online — where it can zip around the world. "It's not just the camera," Bock says. "It's the distribution system that is wild and new." Once something's viral, doxing often follows Then there's the second ring of exposure — what happens after the video or photos spread. Experts point to growing instances of social media users rushing to publicly identify, or dox, the people captured on camera — much like how quickly the internet committed to finding those involved in the Coldplay moment, for example. The LinkedIn pages belonging both to Astronomer's now-former CEO and chief people officer remained disabled on Monday, and The Associated Press could not reach either for comment. But it isn't limited to company executives. Beyond someone simply spotting a familiar face and spreading the word, technological advances — including AI — have made it easier and faster overall to find just about anyone in an online post. This can happen with videos and photos shared on social media each day, even if it doesn't go viral, experts warn. "It's a little bit unsettling how easily we can be identified with biometrics, how our faces are online, how social media can track us — and how the internet has gone from being a place of interaction, to a gigantic surveillance system," Bock says. "When you think about it, we are being surveilled by our social media. They're tracking us in exchange for entertaining us." And of course, such moments can also impact people who were not actually on camera. As easy as it can be to be identified online today, the internet is notorious for cutting a broad swath or not always getting it right. That sometimes produces harassment of individuals not actually involved. At last week's Coldplay concert, for example, many social media users speculated that a third person seen near the two caught on camera was another Astronomer employee — leading to swarms of posts targeting her. But the company later confirmed that she was not at the event and said no other employees were in the video circulating online. For the now-viral moment, "we can talk about what's right and wrong, and whether they deserved it," says Alison Taylor, a clinical associate professor at New York University's Stern School of Business. Still, it's a "very frightening thing to get a lot of abuse and harassment online," Taylor notes. "There are real human beings behind this." It's hard to think that that these kind of viral moments will ever go away — and there are few legal restrictions to stop users from sharing clips of interactions recorded from anything from a concert to the street widely online. But on an individual level, Bock says it can be helpful to "think before you share" and question whether something's really accurate. "Social media has changed so much," Bock says. "But we really have not, as a society, caught up with the technology in terms of our ethics and our etiquette."
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The fact that Big Screen caught CEO doing something embarrassing is ...say lawyers on if Astronomer former CEO Andy Byron can sue Coldplay after resignation
(Image via X @PopBase & @MAGAgeddon) Former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron was embarrassed publicly after the 'Kiss Cam' scandal which happened at the recent Coldplay concert in Boston. During the recent Coldplay concert in former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR chief Kristin Cabot were seen cuddling in a now viral 'Kiss Cam' moment. The couple after being captured by the camera looked startled, with Cabot turning away and Byron ducking. Coldplay frontman Chris Martin also said jokingly, 'Either they're having an affair, or they're just very shy.' Now legal experts suggest that Byron has no viable grounds to sue the band. As reported by The Mirror, lawyers suggest that being caught on a big screen doing something embarrassing in public does not constitute a legal claim against the performers or venue. Lawyers weigh in: No legal case After the whole viral controversy there were speculations that Byron may sue Coldplay for the public humiliation. However, the legal experts claim that Byron would be dead on arrival and has no grounds to sue the brand or the venue. Employment lawyer Ron Zambrano told The Mirror that any lawsuit would be 'dead on arrival,' noting that Coldplay's use of the Kiss Cam is protected as artistic expression. 'They just got caught,' he said bluntly. Entertainment attorney Tre Lovell added that Byron has no expectation of privacy at a public event. 'The fact that the big screen caught the CEO doing something embarrassing or immoral in public is on him,' Lovell said. He clarified that while it is illegal to use someone's image for commercial purposes without permission or to defame them with false portrayals, the "Kiss Cam" incident did neither. Astronomer announces Andy Byron resignation as CEO Announcing Andy Byron's resignation, Astronomer said in a statement, "Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted. The Board will begin a search for our next Chief Executive as Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy continues to serve as interim CEO.' The resignation came less than 24 hours after Astronomer announced Byron and Cabot had been put on leave and that a formal investigation was pending. "Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is currently serving as interim CEO given Andy Byron has been placed on leave. We will share more details as appropriate in the coming days," said the company. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
