WildBrain Acquires Personality AI
August 24, 2026
WildBrain acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of Personality AI, a kid-safe conversational generative AI company focused on licensed character experiences. The deal includes approximately US$11 million in cash plus WildBrain shares, with additional US$2 million on the first anniversary and up to US$56 million in performance-based consideration tied to revenue targets from 2027–2029.
- Buyers
- WildBrain Ltd.
- Targets
- Personality AI
- Industry
- AI & Machine Learning
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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