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Broadcast Media Communications Commission holds first full meeting, reauthorises 150 stations; TBS to face hearing
South Korea\'s Broadcast Media Communications Commission held its first full meeting since its launch and cleared 23 pending items. It approved reauthorisation for 150 broadcast stations, setting licence terms based on review scores, and decided that 17 stations including TBS will undergo hearings before a final decision. It also handled drafts tied to amended broadcasting laws, follow-up rules after the repeal of the handset distribution law, and subordinate rules for a transmission qualification certification system due to take effect in September.
Industry
Bang Si-hyuk and 2 other HYBE executives named to Billboard Power 100
HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk, CEO Lee Jae-sang and HYBE America Chairman Isaac Lee were named to Billboard\'s 2026 Power 100 list, HYBE said on Thursday. The three were jointly ranked 30th in the Leaderboard category, which picks 40 leaders with the biggest influence in the global music industry. Billboard cited HYBE\'s global expansion and highlighted performances by its artists including SEVENTEEN, TOMORROW X TOGETHER and ENHYPEN.
Telecommunications & Media
K-culture hot issue: No quiet day in 2025 entertainment, from Park Na-rae to NewJeans
South Korea’s entertainment industry saw controversies continue through 2025’s final days. JYP Entertainment said it is pursuing strong legal action over false claims and malicious posts targeting Stray Kids. An SBS drama teaser drew mixed reactions over CG quality. The year also saw disputes and allegations involving Kim Soo-hyun, Jo Jin-woong and Park Na-rae, and an escalating contract conflict between NewJeans and label Ador. K-pop and OTT rankings also featured prominently.
