HYBE Partners with Police to Combat Deepfake Cybercrime

HYBE has joined forces with the Gyeonggi Northern Police Agency to tackle the rising issue of deepfake and other cybercrimes.

On the 25th, HYBE and the Gyeonggi Northern Police signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Gyeonggi Northern Police headquarters in Uijeongbu, South Korea, to combat deepfake crimes.

The collaboration aims to protect artists and apprehend perpetrators by establishing a cybercrime hotline for reporting incidents, ensuring close cooperation between the two entities.

This MOU is based on the shared understanding that collaboration between entertainment companies and law enforcement is essential for investigating cybercrimes targeting artists.

Deepfake crimes are on the rise, not only domestically but also on platforms with overseas servers. Celebrities, due to their public appeal, are particularly vulnerable, with illegal videos spreading rapidly and causing significant harm. The need for swift response systems and cooperation between agencies and companies is increasingly critical.

The Gyeonggi Northern Police Agency expects to enhance its cybercrime investigation capabilities through this partnership with HYBE. The agency has been recognized for its expertise, achieving the top rank in cyber sexual violence investigations nationwide in both 2023 and 2024, and being selected as the top cyber team by the National Investigation Headquarters in 2024.

HYBE plans to use this MOU as a stepping stone to further develop its artist protection systems.

Kim Ho-seung, Chief of the Gyeonggi Northern Police, stated, “We anticipate increased investigative efficiency through our collaboration with HYBE, a leading entertainment company in Korea. As cybercrime techniques become more sophisticated with technological advancements, we will enhance our investigative expertise based on this MOU.”

HYBE CEO Lee Jae-sang expressed, “We are pleased to collaborate with the Gyeonggi Northern Police, known for their expertise in cybercrime investigations, and we will continue to do our utmost to protect the rights and interests of our artists.”