U.S.-based tech company Astronomer has confirmed it has launched a formal investigation after a video taken at a recent Coldplay concert went viral, sparking widespread speculation about the conduct of the company’s CEO, Andy Byron.

The controversy began when concertgoers recorded a couple spotted on the big screen during Coldplay’s performance. Their reaction quickly went viral, especially after lead singer Chris Martin jokingly commented on stage that the pair might be having an “affair.” The remark, though made in jest, fueled online speculation and triggered deeper scrutiny as users attempted to identify the individuals involved.

On Friday, July 18, Astronomer addressed the situation with a statement shared on the company’s LinkedIn page, saying:

“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.”

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The statement further confirmed that the Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation and promised that more details would be released soon. While the company did not name anyone seen in the viral footage, it made clear that:

“The CEO has not issued any public statement, and reports claiming that other employees were present at the event or appeared in the video are incorrect.”

The incident has drawn wide attention on social media, with some users alleging that the individuals in the video may have a personal connection to top-level executives at the company. As of now, these claims remain unverified.

This unfolding situation highlights the growing impact of social media virality on corporate governance and personal reputations, especially when private moments become public spectacle.

Astronomer is a software company known for developing tools that support data orchestration using Apache Airflow.