Astronomer, a tech and data company, has launched an investigation into CEO Andy Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot following their appearance on a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert. The incident occurred Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts, and has since gone viral.

In a statement released Friday, the company emphasized its commitment to maintaining a culture of accountability. "Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability," the statement read. The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation and promised to provide further details soon.

The viral moment featured Byron and Cabot cuddling on the jumbotron, prompting Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin to comment, "Oh, look at these two. Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy." Cabot was seen covering her eyes in embarrassment, while Byron quickly ducked out of view as laughter erupted from the crowd.

The company also addressed misinformation circulating online, clarifying that a woman identified as a VP of HR, who was rumored to be present at the concert, was not there. Additionally, Astronomer stated that Byron has not issued any public statements regarding the incident, despite reports suggesting otherwise.

The situation has drawn significant attention on social media, with many users sharing the video and creating memes related to the incident. Some have even produced merchandise inspired by the event. Meanwhile, former Astronomer CEO Ry Walker has defended Byron amid the controversy, while an exposé citing anonymous employees has surfaced, alleging past misconduct by Byron at a previous job.

As the investigation unfolds, Astronomer is working to address the implications of this incident on its leadership and corporate culture.