[Washington, D.C.] – [December 23, 2025] – Internet Works is proud to announce Cantina Labs as its 29th member company, further expanding its footprint in the artificial intelligence landscape.
“Cantina is an emerging leader at the intersection of artificial intelligence and entertainment, and we’re excited to welcome them as Internet Works’ newest member company,” said Peter Chandler, Executive Director of Internet Works. “We look forward to partnering with Cantina to advance thoughtful, risk-based, and right-sized AI Policy.”
Cantina Labs is a social AI company developing a suite of advanced real-time models that push the boundaries of expression, personality, and realism. Their technology brings characters to life, transforming how people tell stories and connect while creating an endless world of entertainment. As the newest member of Internet Works, Cantina contributes its specialized expertise as an AI developer dedicated to a future of safe and responsible innovation.
“As Cantina builds the next generation of social expression, we are committed to ensuring that innovation is matched by a steadfast dedication to safety. We look forward to collaborating with the Internet Works membership to advance right-sized policies that support responsible AI deployment and to help shape a regulatory landscape that fosters innovation, transparency, and safety for every user,” said Patricia Cartes, Vice President of Trust and Safety and Public Policy at Cantina.
About Cantina:
Cantina is a first-of-its-kind social AI platform where users can bring any idea to life and build immersive worlds with friends. By combining AI companions with a rich array of social features such as real-time text, voice, and video, Cantina enables a new era of creative storytelling and meaningful connection. From exploring bot-integrated rooms to curating live hangouts, the Cantina environment is designed to be as expressive as it is safe and enjoyable.
About Internet Works:
Internet Works is a coalition of 29 diverse technology companies working together to right-size regulatory technology policy to foster trust and promote safety online so that the Internet remains a place of limitless possibility and innovation. For more information, please visit www.TheInternet.Works.