India, July 22 -- The CEO of Astronomer, a $1.3 billion data infrastructure startup, has stepped down following the "kiss cam" fiasco at a Coldplay concert last week.

Andy Byron, who had been leading the AI-focused company, was initially placed on leave after being seen hugging the company's HR, Kristin Cabot, at Gillette Stadium.

The New York Post reported Byron's net worth is estimated to fall between $50 million and $70 million. His annual salary reportedly ranged from $469,000 to $690,000, with additional performance-based bonuses.

Notably, Astronomer initially sent their CEO on leave. "Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is currently serving as interim CEO, given Andy Byron has been placed on leave," the company stateme...