For BTS fans, protecting the members is personal. On September 28, BIGHIT MUSIC shared its third-quarter 2026 update on legal action against malicious posters, rumor spreaders and illegal ticket scalpers, and the message was firm: anonymity is no shield.
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BIGHIT MUSIC Update
| Issue | What BIGHIT MUSIC said |
|---|---|
| Defamation | Posts on Threads, DC Inside and Naver News led to fines, some through summary proceedings and some after court proceedings |
| False information | Fabricated news and systematic rumor-spreading carry criminal penalties |
| Ticket scalping | A suspect allegedly earned over KRW 2 billion (about $1.47 million) and was detained and referred to prosecutors |
| Approach | Zero tolerance, with real-time evidence collection and monitoring |
Anonymous Accounts Aren’t Untouchable
The agency noted a rise in defamatory posts on Threads, X, Instagram and anonymous communities based outside Korea. It stressed that using such platforms does not exempt anyone from criminal liability, and it promised to pursue penalties “however long the legal process may take.”
Rumors Count Too
The crackdown goes beyond insults. Spreading unfounded rumors about albums or performances, circulating fabricated news, and repeatedly posting false information across communities are treated as rights infringements. BIGHIT says it tracks offenders through real-time monitoring and will show no leniency to suspects caught in investigations that follow criminal complaints.
The Scalping Case
The most striking detail involves ticket resale. A suspect allegedly used illegal automated programs and other people’s identities to resell concert tickets at dozens of times face value. The suspect was detained and referred to prosecutors on charges including obstruction of business and violations of the Public Performance Act. BIGHIT cooperated with police from the start and submitted a petition seeking strict punishment. You can read more about the group on the BTS Wikipedia page.
Where Fans Fit In?
The agency says fan reports remain valuable. Anyone who spots unlawful activity can report it at protect.hybecorp.com. The agency also filed complaints this quarter across domestic communities, streaming platforms and global social media, including YouTube and Telegram.
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FAQs
Q1. What legal action did BIGHIT MUSIC report?
It reported fines for defamatory posters and criminal complaints across many platforms this quarter.
Q2. How can fans report unlawful activity?
Fans can submit reports at protect.hybecorp.com.
