Tech CEO Resigns Following Viral Moment at Coldplay Concert**

Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, has resigned after a video of him and a co-worker embracing at a Coldplay concert went viral, raising questions about workplace conduct and ethics.**

In a surprising turn of events, Andy Byron, the chief executive of the technology firm Astronomer, has resigned following the viral distribution of a video that captured him embracing a female co-worker at a recent Coldplay concert in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The clip showed Byron and his colleague, Kristin Cabot, the company's chief people officer, dancing and momentarily ducking from the camera, which quickly gained millions of views online.

Astronomer confirmed the resignation in a statement, citing their commitment to upholding a standard of conduct that was not met in this instance. The firm emphasized the importance of accountability in leadership, indicating that such behavior fell short of the values they strive to maintain.

Following the incident, an investigation was launched by Astronomer into the nature of their relationship, and Byron was placed on leave prior to his resignation. While the identities of the individuals in the video have not been independently verified by media outlets, the public's reaction burgeoned when Coldplay's lead singer, Chris Martin, chimed in during the concert, jokingly speculating whether the pair were experiencing a romantic affair or simply felt shy.

With Byron’s departure, Astronomer has announced that its chief product officer will serve as the interim CEO while the board begins the search for a new leader. This incident serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding workplace relationships, especially within the high-pressure realm of tech startups.