HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment) In The News

Yang most recently served as CEO of AXZ, the Kakao-spun-off company that operates South Korea's Daum portal.

Seoul police said they would analyze the reasons behind the prosecution's decision before determining their next steps.

YG Plus will continue to handle the domestic distribution of albums and digital music content for HYBE artists including BTS and SEVENTEEN.

Under the partnership, candidates can film and upload audition content through a dedicated 'Audition' Lens on Snapchat.

Three former The Debut: Dream Academy contestants – EMILY, LEXIE, and SAMARA – had previously been confirmed as members of the group.

HYBE says it looks to become “an entertainment lifestyle platform company built on both music and technology.”

Jiwon No, who previously served as Head of Artist Planning at PLEDIS, was named President of the new label.

The songwriters alleged that NewJeans' creative agency received the demo and told the plaintiffs their topline was liked but would not be used.