Pledis Entertainment announces legal actions against defamation and information leaks concerning SEVENTEEN, ensuring strict measures.
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Pledis Entertainment has apprehended the poster of defamatory remarks. Today (29th), Pledis Entertainment announced the legal response regarding the infringement of SEVENTEEN's rights through their official channel. The agency stated that regarding the defamation case due to the dissemination of false facts, 'The suspect who spread false facts that the artist committed illegal acts online has been recognized for suspicion of defamation due to the dissemination of false facts based on the investigation results of the investigative agency, and the case has been sent to the prosecution.' They added, 'We are actively cooperating to ensure that the most severe measures allowed by law are taken against the suspect, and a decision through the prosecution is expected soon.' Furthermore, they clarified, 'We are not considering any agreements or lenient measures.' Regarding the identification process of malicious X (formerly Twitter) accounts, they stated, 'Regarding the malicious X account that has continuously posted defamatory expressions and false facts targeting SEVENTEEN members for a long time, a U.S. court decided last November to accept the 1782 Application we submitted.' They continued, 'Accordingly, through the U.S. law firm we appointed, information disclosure procedures based on relevant laws (subpoena) will be immediately initiated against Google and X. Based on the identities secured, we will take all necessary measures to strictly hold accountable those responsible.' They also announced actions regarding the leak of unpublished information related to SEVENTEEN, stating, 'Regarding the incidents of confidential information related to the artist's unpublished albums and performances being leaked multiple times through anonymous internet bulletin boards, we will report on the progress.' They added, 'The court recognized the suspicion of trade secret leakage against the leaker, and a fine was imposed and confirmed. Such acts of leaking confidential information like unpublished content are clear criminal acts that cause significant damage to the artist's creative activities and our business activities.' Finally, the agency expressed, 'We deeply appreciate the unwavering trust and information provided by SEVENTEEN's fans. We respond with a principle of intolerance to any acts that infringe on the artist's rights. We will continue to do our best to protect all artists, including those serving in the military.'
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