Hello, this is ADOR. We are enforcing a strict zero-tolerance policy, with no settlement against criminal acts that violate our artists’ rights. These include the malicious distribution of false information, invasions of privacy, abusive language or derogatory nicknames, sexually harassing remarks toward minor members, and racially discriminatory comments targeting foreign members. As announced in our previous notice, we submitted criminal complaints in late November against those who created malicious posts. Following the filing of the complaints, we are continuing constant monitoring of major domestic communities—including Ilgan Best, DC Inside, Nate Pann, Theqoo, Instiz, Yeoseong Sidae, Jjukbbang Cafe, and FM Korea—as well as international social media channels such as X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube, and music streaming platforms including Melon, Bugs, and Genie Music. Accordingly, we are collecting evidence and proceeding with requests for the deletion of malicious posts. Given the seriousness of the matter, we have brought in additional external specialists. With respect to further identified cases of harm, we plan to file additional criminal complaints. Furthermore, we are taking a firm stance on deepfake crimes targeting our artists, clearly communicating to the authorities our intent for strict punishment and actively cooperating with the investigation and legal proceedings. Such cooperation on our part has contributed substantially to the smooth progress of investigations and the enforcement of strict penalties. In fact, there have been cases in the second half of this year where suspects were detained, sent for prosecution, or sentenced to imprisonment. Moving forward, we will continue to take all possible legal measures against deepfake crimes, with no settlement or leniency under any circumstances. Your interest and reports have been very helpful in taking legal action against such activities. If you have any information regarding the infringement of our artists’ rights, please report it through the “HYBE Artist Rights Violation Report Website (protect.hybecorp.com)." We are always grateful for your unwavering love and support. ADOR will continue working to ensure that the rights of our artists are fully protected. Thank you.
