“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 reads.

A US tech company announced that it has launched an investigation after a big screen embrace at a Coldplay concert - rumoured to involve two of its employees, including its CEO - went viral.

The identities of Mr. Byron and Ms. Cabot were confirmed by a spokeswoman for Astronomer on Friday night after the company issued a statement saying Mr. Byron had been placed on leave and that the co...