SM Entertainment Initiates Legal Action Against X Users Over Malicious Content Targeting Artists

SM Entertainment announced legal action against specific users on X (formerly Twitter) for posting malicious content targeting its artists, including aespa, RIIZE, and NCT WISH. The company cited defamation, false information, sexual harassment, and privacy invasions causing mental distress to performers. Supported by fan reports and internal monitoring, SM is collaborating with law firm Shin Kim to file criminal complaints and aims to expand actions across platforms to protect its artists.