Music Business News: Asia

HYBE CINE FEST 2026 will run in theaters from October 24 through October 31.

KOVA said it expects HYBE's arrival as a vice chair company to widen the connections between the content industry and Korea's venture ecosystem.

SoundExchange-affiliated artists will collect royalties for broadcasts in the UAE, while Emirati creators will receive payouts for US airplay.

Kakao Entertainment said it will combine its IP business across the K-culture ecosystem with Disney's portfolio of story assets.

The motion is scheduled to be heard on December 14 in the US District Court for the Central District of California.

The audition is open to any male born in or after 2008, regardless of nationality or place of residence.

He takes up the role on October 1 and will report to Takeshi Okada, President and CEO of Warner Music Japan.

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