ATEEZ’s Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts

KQ Entertainment has released a notice regarding the protection of ATEEZ’s rights.

On July 21, KQ Entertainment released an official notice on the protection of their artist ATEEZ and legal action against malicious posts.

Hello.
This is KQ Entertainment.

We continuously monitor the spread of false information, defamation, insults, sexual harassment, invasion of privacy, and other actions that violate the rights of our artists. Based on the evidence we have collected, we are actively pursuing the appropriate legal actions against those responsible.

Recently, we have continued to identify malicious posts, personal attacks, and the spread of false information targeting our artists. In response, we are collecting relevant evidence through our own monitoring as well as reports from fans.

Regardless of whether posts have been deleted or accounts have been set to private or deactivated, all evidence that has already been collected remains subject to review. Any unlawful conduct that is identified will be addressed through legal proceedings without any leniency.

If you find posts or content that may constitute unlawful activity, submit them, along with any supporting evidence, to the designated email address below. We will carefully review all reports and use them to support our legal actions where appropriate.

Report Email: protectkq@gmail.com
Email Subject Format: [Group or Member / Platform / Reason for Report]
Example: ATEEZ / X / Spreading False Information

※ To help us review reports more efficiently, please avoid sending duplicate emails.

We will continue to protect our artists through ongoing monitoring and legal action.

Thank you.

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SM Entertainment Reveals Accounts Already Facing Legal Action Over Malicious Posts

SM Entertainment has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting its artists through strong legal action against malicious online activity.

On July 10, SM Entertainment released an update on its ongoing legal efforts against individuals who have violated the rights of its artists. The agency stressed that attempts to evade legal responsibility by deleting posts, deactivating accounts, or making them private will not prevent offenders from being held accountable, adding that it has already secured sufficient evidence and will continue pursuing strict legal action without exception.

Hello, this is SM Entertainment.

We would like to provide an update regarding our legal response to acts that infringe upon the rights of our artists.

First, we are aware that some malicious online users have recently attempted to evade legal responsibility through various methods, including deleting or deactivating their accounts, deleting posts, or making their accounts private.

However, no such attempt to circumvent responsibility can exempt anyone from legal liability or punishment. We have already secured sufficient evidence for legal action through real-time evidence collection and are pursuing strong legal measures against all illegal acts, including these attempts to avoid accountability, without exception.

In particular, we would like to inform you that legal complaints have already been filed against the accounts listed below based on reports submitted through KWANGYA 119 regarding violations of our artists’ rights.

[X (formerly Twitter)]
@M *LSIZZYANG, @T *OO1101, @b *inyour, @j *25yongtwt1, @i*ynnyxx, @w *b243090345326, @b *khkhlritawt11, @m *onlightangle0, @m *ngzaihrs, @s *ZMfPG7aYAapLK, @m *yah00, @y *mmy_kpop, @_ *trawluver, @p *dtodmegadance, @K *chKichl5k, @r *seduire, @f *ckjiyoon, @j *stice251030, and 28 more.

[DC Inside]
Male Celebrity Gallery, Female Celebrity Gallery, Girls Planet 999 Gallery, 2020 Tokyo Olympic Gallery, Domestic Drama Gallery, Overseas Baseball Gallery, Mini Gallery of Financial Assets, Minor Gallery of Korean Female Idols, Minor Gallery of Female Idol’s Music, Hip Hop Gallery, Minor Gallery of K-pop, Sis Mini Gallery, Fangirl Mini Gallery, ㅇㅇ(1*8.235), ㅇㅇ(1*6.101), ㅇㅇ(2*1.234), ㅇㅇ(2*1.235), ㅇㅇ(2*3.38), ㅇㅇ(2*1.36), ㅇㅇ(1*6.102), ㅇㅇ(1*7.111), ㅇㅇ(1*8.235), 띤갤러(1*8.235), ㅇㅇ (3*.7), ㅇㅇ(2*1.36), ㅇㅇ(1*8.235), 긷갤러(3*.7), and 197 more.

[YouTube]
@l *ve_never_ever, @새*-e4r, @암*, @user -q*9om1bw8y, @w *orldmax, @c *tabolic610, @크*운산도크림, @호*맛쫀드기, @시*아멈춰라-g1r, @*치지마*신아, @H *uuuunm, @w *veissue, and 4 more.

[theqoo]
108 users.

In addition, legal action is also being pursued against users on Naver and Daum Cafes (including Women’s Generation, Jjukbbang Cafe, SoulDresser, Yeosineun Isajung, and Leejongkyuktugi), Nate Pann, Instiz, MLB Park, FM Korea, Instagram, Threads, and other platforms.

To protect the rights and interests of our artists, we carefully review reports submitted by fans through KWANGYA 119 while continuously monitoring and collecting evidence of illegal activities across various platforms, including the spread of false information, defamation, sexual harassment, deepfake content, and copyright infringement. Working alongside our legal representatives, we will continue to gather and review relevant evidence. We will also continue to hold those who commit illegal acts while hiding behind anonymity fully accountable under our strict zero-tolerance policy, with no leniency.

We sincerely thank all the fans who continue to report illegal activities out of love and support for our artists. If you come across any similar cases in the future, we ask that you continue to actively report them through KWANGYA 119.

Thank you.

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SEVENTEEN’s Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts And Privacy Violations

SEVENTEEN’s agency PLEDIS Entertainment has provided an update on its ongoing legal action to protect the group’s rights.

On June 26, PLEDIS Entertainment released a statement outlining the progress of its legal proceedings against individuals responsible for spreading false information, posting defamatory and malicious content, and violating the privacy of SEVENTEEN members currently serving in the military.

Hello.
This is PLEDIS Entertainment.

We are continuously pursuing regular and firm legal action against any conduct that infringes upon the rights and interests of SEVENTEEN. Below is an update on our progress as of the second quarter of 2026.

1. Progress of Major Cases Currently Underway
In the case of a defendant who has been indicted on charges of defamation by the publication of false facts regarding the artists, formal trial proceedings are currently underway in court. We will do our utmost to ensure that the defendant receives appropriate punishment. In addition, for other matters that are still under investigation or for which dispositions have not yet been finalized, we will continue to closely cooperate with investigative authorities and respond strictly to ensure that all perpetrators of illegal acts receive appropriate punishment.

2. Strong Response to Fabricated False Information Regarding Private Life and Organized Defamation
We have recently confirmed the widespread dissemination online and on social media of false information and malicious rumors regarding the artists’ movements and private lives. We are proceeding with legal action based on collected and preserved evidence against such posts that seriously damage the artists’ dignity and reputation. In particular, acts that systematically defame specific members, or circulate deliberately manipulated false information as if it were factual, constitute clear criminal conduct that cannot be tolerated under any circumstances. We make it clear that we will respond firmly, without any settlement or leniency, not only against the original creators of such malicious posts but also against those who maliciously reproduce and spread them.

3. Protection of Artists Serving in the Military
Through comprehensive monitoring of major online communities, music sites, and short-form platforms, we have collected evidence of posts involving ridicule, sexual harassment, and defamation directed at the artists, and have filed criminal complaints accordingly. In particular, defamation and invasion of privacy targeting members currently fulfilling their mandatory military service are regarded as serious violations that cause significant harm to their service environment and are included as top-priority targets for legal action. Even if posts are deleted after being written in an attempt to avoid punishment, our real-time monitoring system captures and preserves evidence immediately upon posting.

4. Ongoing Monitoring and Guidelines for Submitting Fan Reports
We utilize our in-house real-time monitoring system to thoroughly monitor all domestic and international channels, including social media platforms (X, Instagram, YouTube, etc.), domestic online communities and portals (DC Inside, TheQoo, Instiz, Weverse, Naver, Daum, Nate, Ilbe, FMKorea, etc.), and music platforms (Melon, Bugs Music, etc.), for any infringement of the artists’ rights and interests. Malicious posts and comments targeting the artists are continuously preserved without exception, and strict corresponding legal action is being taken.

Defamation of the artists, malicious dissemination of false information, derogatory remarks regarding appearance or nationality, mocking or hateful expressions, and sexual objectification constitute clear criminal acts subject to severe punishment under relevant laws. We reiterate that we will respond strongly, without any leniency, to any illegal conduct that damages the artists’ reputation or dignity.

We sincerely thank fans who continuously send valuable reports through the “HYBE Artist Rights Violation Report Website (protect.hybecorp.com).” Such reports provide crucial leads in investigations and identifying offenders. If you encounter malicious posts, we kindly ask that you submit reports with all required information clearly identifiable, as this greatly assists prompt and accurate legal action.

Recommended Evidence Format: a full-screen PC screenshot or PDF (“save as PDF” via the print menu) including URL, full post content, author information, posting date, and capture date.

We sincerely thank all fans who continue to support SEVENTEEN with unwavering love. We will continue to do our utmost to protect our artists and ensure that malicious actors are held accountable under the law.

Thank you.

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STARSHIP Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts Targeting Jang Won Young

STARSHIP Entertainment has shared an update on its ongoing legal action against malicious posts targeting IVE’s Jang Won Young.

On June 18, the agency stated that law enforcement authorities have informed the company that investigations related to its ongoing lawsuits are currently underway.

The agency revealed that authorities are in the process of obtaining warrants to secure user information from domestic platforms, and are also pursuing international cooperation procedures to identify users and obtain relevant information from overseas platforms such as X (formerly Twitter).

Hello, this is STARSHIP Entertainment.

We are continuously monitoring and taking legal action against individuals who create and distribute malicious content targeting our artist JANG WON YOUNG.

We have been notified by law enforcement officers that investigations concerning our ongoing lawsuits are underway. Officers are actively working to identify suspects and secure incriminating evidence.

In particular, law enforcement officers are in the process of obtaining warrants to gather user information for domestic platforms, including Naver Blog and DCinside. Officers are also pursuing international cooperation procedures to identify authors and secure relevant information for overseas platforms such as X (formerly Twitter).

We are continuously gathering evidence of conduct and online content that infringes upon the rights of our affiliated artists, both through fan reports and our own monitoring efforts. We are taking the strongest legal action possible, including the filing of criminal and civil cases, against any confirmed cases of criminal conduct. This includes any acts of defamation, insult, sexual harassment and humiliation, dissemination of false information, and invasion of privacy that target our artists.

In addition, we continue to monitor actions that infringe upon the rights of not just JANG WON YOUNG, but all of our artists. We intend to utilize any evidence gathered to pursue the strongest possible legal action, regardless of any efforts to conceal malicious activity. This includes the deletion of posts, deactivation of accounts, and the switching of accounts to private.

We sincerely appreciate your continued interest and reports concerning this matter.

Thank you.

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IVE’s Agency Shares Update On Criminal Complaints Filed Against Malicious Posters

IVE’s agency STARSHIP Entertainment has provided a second update on its ongoing criminal complaints and legal action against malicious posters targeting the group.

On May 26, STARSHIP Entertainment detailed the identified accounts involved in spreading malicious content targeting IVE across various online platforms and emphasized that it will continue to pursue both civil and criminal action against any confirmed cases of malicious conduct in accordance with applicable laws and legal procedures, with no settlements or leniency.

Hello, this is STARSHIP Entertainment.

We are continuing to take strong legal action against individuals who create and distribute malicious content targeting our artist IVE (AN YUJIN, GAEUL, REI, JANG WONYOUNG, LIZ, and LEESEO). This includes defamation, the spread of false information, sexual harassment, personal attacks, insults, invasion of privacy, and other forms of malicious and defamatory behavior. Such acts are clearly unlawful and cannot be justified under any circumstances. We once again emphasize that there will be no leniency or settlements in these cases, and we will hold all identified offenders fully accountable under the law.

In this case as well, based on fan reports and our own ongoing monitoring efforts, we have collected and thoroughly reviewed a large volume of malicious posts and accounts across multiple online platforms. As a result, we have filed criminal complaints and are proceeding with legal action against the following identified accounts (partially masked below):

– DC Inside: 과속라, Ido*, 소극왕웨 and 65 others
– X (formerly Twitter): Haju_i*****, Hajako****** and 14 others
– YouTube: Coldanaly*******-2 and 5 others
– Facebook: Nan P**, Whatever******er and 2 others
– Naver Blog: 루미나코 and 3 others
– Instagram: Greenam and 4 others

In addition, we are actively monitoring other online communities and platforms to protect all artists under our company. We will continue to pursue both civil and criminal action against any confirmed cases of malicious conduct in accordance with applicable laws and legal procedures. Please be advised that deleting posts, changing account information, switching accounts to private, or deactivating accounts does not exempt individuals from legal responsibility. All relevant evidence has already been secured and will be fully utilized throughout ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. STARSHIP Entertainment remains firmly committed to protecting the rights, reputation, and dignity of our artists under a strict zero-tolerance policy.

We sincerely appreciate the continued support and active reporting from fans, which greatly help us protect our artists. If you come across malicious posts or related evidence, please report them to the email address below. All submissions will be carefully reviewed and may be forwarded to the appropriate investigative authorities. All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality.
Report email: starship_ent@daum.net

Thank you.

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts

ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s agency WAKEONE has shared an update on its ongoing legal action against malicious online activity targeting the group.

On May 21, WAKEONE revealed that it had filed formal complaints against individuals responsible for spreading malicious posts—which include the spread of false information, personal attacks, the production and distribution of obscene content, defamation, and insults—about ALPHA DRIVE ONE members across online communities and social media platforms.

The agency also stated that investigations are currently underway, including the execution of search and seizure warrants to identify the perpetrators.

Hello, this is WAKEONE.

First, we would like to sincerely thank all the fans who continue to show deep love and support for our artists.

As previously announced in February, our company appointed the law firm Shin & Kim LLC and informed that we would be taking legal action against illegal acts targeting our artists, including the spread of false information and defamation. We would now like to provide an update regarding the ongoing investigation.

Over the past several months, we have continuously collected and reviewed related posts and materials through our own monitoring efforts.

Based on this, we submitted formal complaints twice in April and May against malicious posts targeting certain members of ALPHA DRIVE ONE on online communities and social media platforms such as Naver Cafes and blogs, DC Inside, and X (formerly Twitter). The complaints involve malicious posts containing false information, personal attacks, the production and distribution of obscene content, defamation, and insults.

Investigations are currently underway, including the execution of search and seizure warrants to secure evidence needed to identify the perpetrators.

We have obtained and are analyzing information necessary to identify suspects from certain platforms, and we are continuing necessary follow-up procedures while closely cooperating with investigative authorities.

This legal action is intended to correct distorted information and false claims and to protect our artists from malicious slander and violations of their rights and interests. It also aims to prevent confusion and harm experienced by fans due to the spread of false information.

We will continue to responsibly pursue all necessary legal procedures regarding this matter through to the end.

We will continue to do our utmost to protect the rights and interests of our artists.

Thank you.

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IVE’s Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts And Deepfake Content

IVE’s agency STARSHIP Entertainment has provided an update on its ongoing legal response against malicious online activity targeting the group.

On May 11, STARSHIP Entertainment released a statement addressing its continued legal action against individuals involved in spreading defamatory and harmful content about IVE members, including the creation and distribution of deepfake materials.

The agency stated that it has filed criminal complaints against malicious posts across various online communities and social media platforms based on fan reports and its own monitoring efforts.

Hello, this is STARSHIP Entertainment.

We are continuously taking legal action against individuals who create and distribute malicious content targeting our artist IVE (ANYUJIN, GAEUL, REI, JANGWONYOUNG, LIZ, and LEESEO), including defamation, the spread of false information, sexual harassment, personal attacks, insults, invasion of privacy, and other forms of malicious slander.

Such conduct is clearly unlawful and cannot be tolerated under any circumstances or justified for any reason. We make it clear that we will not show leniency or make exceptions in these matters and will hold all responsible parties fully accountable to the maximum extent permitted by law.

In this instance as well, based on reports from fans and materials collected through our own monitoring, we have filed criminal complaints with investigative authorities regarding malicious posts across various platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), DC Inside, Naver, Daum Cafe, Nate Pann, Instiz, TheQoo, MLB Park, FM Korea, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. These posts have been submitted as evidence in criminal proceedings, regardless of whether they have been deleted, set to private, or whether accounts have been changed or deactivated.

We have also secured substantial evidence of activities such as the creation and dissemination of malicious rumors and false information about our artists, as well as posts that ridicule, defame, or contain sexually explicit content, along with the production and distribution of manipulated materials such as deepfakes. We will continue to pursue strict legal measures, including both criminal complaints and civil claims, without leniency.

Thank you.

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SM Entertainment Wins Lawsuit Against Malicious YouTuber Sojang For Defamation Of EXO, Red Velvet, And aespa

SM Entertainment has released an official statement following the court’s final ruling against the malicious YouTuber Sojang.

Previously on April 22, the 14th Civil Division of the Seoul District Court ruled that the operator of Sojang infringed upon the personality rights of the members of EXO, Red Velvet, and aespa by producing and posting videos containing personal attacks. Consequently, the court ordered the channel operator to pay a total of 130 million won (approximately $88,000) in damages.

Furthermore, regarding SM Entertainment, the court ruled that the defendant’s actions effectively caused substantial disruption to the plaintiff company’s business operations and performance. Accordingly, the court ordered an additional 40 million won (approximately $27,000) in damages to SM, bringing the total compensation to 170 million won.

Read SM Entertainment’s full statement below:

Hello, this is SM Entertainment.

We would like to provide an update on the results of our legal action against the YouTube channel Sojang, which produced and distributed videos containing false information for the purpose of defaming our artists.

In April 2024, we filed a criminal complaint against the operator of the channel for defamation and insults under the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, etc. regarding EXO, Red Velvet, and aespa. Subsequently, in October of the same year, we filed a civil lawsuit against the same individual.

On January 15, 2025, the Incheon District Court ruled that the channel operator had severely infringed upon the honor and personality rights of our artists by disseminating false information and producing and posting videos containing personal attacks and derogatory expressions, thereby publicly insulting them. The court deemed these actions as crimes that significantly deviated from the scope of simple opinion expression. The operator was sentenced to two years in prison suspended for three years of probation, 120 hours of community service, and a forfeiture of approximately 211.42 million won (approximately $143,200). The operator repeatedly appealed the decision, but the original verdict was ultimately upheld.

Furthermore, on April 22, 2026, the 14th Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court ruled that the operator of Sojang infringed upon the personality rights of our artists by producing and posting videos containing personal attacks and ordered the operator to pay a total of 130 million won in damages to the artists. Additionally, the court ruled, “The videos produced and posted by the channel operator led to a decline in the image and brand value of SM artists, which are core assets of SM, thereby causing substantial disruption to SM’s business operations and performance.” Consequently, the court ordered the operator to pay an additional 40 million won in damages to our company. This brings the total ordered compensation to 170 million won.

We will continue to take strong legal action, adhering to a policy of zero tolerance, against any YouTube channels that engage in personal attacks, use insulting or derogatory language, or habitually disseminate false information in order to protect our artists. We urge you to immediately cease all current illegal activities directed toward our artists.

Thank you.

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