Apple has struck a new talent and IP deal with Animato, a startup that makes virtual avatar software for video chats and tutoring. Here are the details.
Apple strikes deal with Animato
According to a new listing in the European Commission’s Digital Markets Act acquisition database, Apple has struck a deal with Animato, a virtual avatar company best known for Call Annie, a now-discontinued app that offered video calls with AI tutors for language learning.
Under the terms of the deal, Apple will have the right to hire certain Animato employees, receive a non-exclusive license to Animato’s intellectual property rights, and acquire its patent applications.
From the DMA’s List of Acquisitions:
